The Grand Chief Imam of Oyo Land, Sheikh Al-Imam Barrister Bilal Husayn Akinola Akeugberu, on Friday paid a courtesy visit to the management of the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, where he held a warm and productive meeting with the Vice Chancellor of the University.
The visit, which was both mutual and cordial, was described as morally uplifting, intellectually revealing, and spiritually fulfilling. It provided an opportunity for meaningful engagement on issues of shared interest, particularly the role of education, moral values, and spiritual guidance in shaping a progressive, disciplined, and harmonious society.
During the interaction, the Grand Chief Imam commended the Vice Chancellor and the University management for sustaining an enabling academic environment that promotes excellence, character development, innovation, and intellectual growth. He praised LAUTECH’s commitment to nurturing well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to society.
Discussions during the visit also focused on areas of cooperation and support, with emphasis on strengthening mutual understanding between religious leadership and academic institutions for the overall benefit of students, staff, and the wider community.
Both the Vice Chancellor and the Grand Chief Imam reaffirmed their commitment to mutual support and collaboration, pledging relevant assistance whenever the need arises in the collective interest of educational advancement, moral uprightness, and societal development.
The visit concluded with prayers offered by the Grand Chief Imam for continued peace, wisdom, and success for the University, its leadership, and the entire LAUTECH community.
