By Newspot Nigeria News Desk
The Grand Chief Imam of Oyo Land, Sheikh Al-Imam Barrister Bilal Husayn Akinola Akeugberu, has paid a courtesy visit to the management of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso.
The visit took place on Wednesday, January 29, 2026, and featured a warm and constructive engagement between the Islamic leader and the Vice Chancellor of the university.
According to a statement issued by the Office of the Grand Chief Imam of Oyo, the meeting was described as cordial, mutually enriching, and intellectually engaging.
Discussions during the visit focused on issues of shared interest, particularly the importance of education, moral values, and spiritual guidance in building a peaceful, progressive, and harmonious society.
The Grand Chief Imam commended the Vice Chancellor and the university’s management for sustaining a positive academic environment that promotes excellence, character development, and innovation among students.
He noted that institutions of learning play a critical role not only in intellectual growth but also in shaping values that support societal stability and responsible citizenship.
Both leaders explored possible areas of cooperation between religious leadership and academic institutions, with the aim of strengthening mutual understanding and contributing positively to the welfare of students, staff, and the broader community.
The Vice Chancellor and the Grand Chief Imam reaffirmed their commitment to continued collaboration and mutual support whenever the need arises, in the collective interest of educational advancement and moral uprightness.
The visit concluded with prayers offered by the Grand Chief Imam for peace, wisdom, and sustained success for the university leadership and the entire LAUTECH community.
