From Laide Raheem, Abeokuta

The president equally charged them to always engage with the broader society constructively and conscientiously.

Tinubu gave this charge on Friday, while declaring open the 11th Triennial National Conference of the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria, held in Abeokuta, the Ogun State capital.

The national conference tagged: “Gateway 2025” is themed: “Islam and Muslims: Responsibilities and Relevance in a Pluralistic World”.

President Tinubu, who was represented by the Deputy Governor of Ogun State, Mrs, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, saluted the leadership and members of the society for their steadfast stewardship and remarkable work they have carried out in the country.

He described Ansar-Ud-Deen as a noble heritage of faith, knowledge and service, while acknowledging the enduring relationship between his forebears and the society.

“Let me begin by saluting the leadership of this great society, particularly the president, Alhaji Abdul-Rafiu Ademola Sanni, and all members of the National Executive Council for their steadfast stewardship and remarkable work they continue to do in sustaining the founding ideals of the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria.

“I also recall with pride the enduring relationship between my forebears and this organisation, a bond which I continue to hold dear. For over a century, the society has championed the cause of Islamic education and community development in Nigeria, from the establishment of schools and health centres to supporting the spiritual and social needs of its members,” Tinubu said.