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BREAKING: Ilorin Chief Imam Sheikh Bashir Soliu Passes Away at 75

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BREAKING: Ilorin Chief Imam Sheikh Bashir Soliu Passes Away at 75—-Sheikh Bashir Soliu, the Chief Imam of Ilorin Emirate in Kwara State, is dead.

SaharaReporters learnt that the revered Islamic scholar and spiritual leader passed away on Monday, throwing the Ilorin Emirate and the wider Muslim community into mourning.

Although details surrounding his death remain sketchy as of the time of filing this report, credible sources confirmed the development to SaharaReporters.

Born in Ilorin, Kwara State, Sheikh Soliu rose through decades of learning, teaching and leadership to become one of the most influential Islamic figures in the state.

He served as the 12th Chief Imam of the Ilorin Emirate, a position he occupied for over 40 years after his appointment in 1983.

During his long reign, the late Chief Imam was widely respected for his knowledge of Islamic jurisprudence, firm leadership in religious matters and unwavering commitment to peace, unity and religious tolerance, both within the Muslim community and in the wider society.

He was an Islamic scholar and the 12th chief Imam of Ilorin.

The cleric was often referred to as Imam Fulani. He was appointed by the former emir of Ilorin, Zuluqarnain Muhammadu Gambari, following the death of Imam Musa Ahmad in 1983.

His father, Imam Saliu Omo Onida Abdulkadir, was the 7th chief Imam of Ilorin Emirate.

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Imperfectly Awesome Conversations Summit (IAC) 4.0 set to ignite transformational dialogue on May 3, 2026

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Imperfectly Awesome Conversations Summit (IAC) 4.0 set to ignite transformational dialogue on May 3, 2026

 

The fourth edition of the Imperfectly Awesome Conversations Summit is set to take center stage on Sunday, May 3, 2026, at the MUSON Centre, Lagos. Building on the growing momentum of previous editions, this year’s summit signals a deliberate and powerful shift from inspiration to activation with a structured intervention aimed at reshaping how individuals navigate identity, adversity, and personal growth in an increasingly demanding world.

 

Accordingly, IAC 4.0 is positioned as a catalytic platform designed to challenge existing narratives, provoke deeper thinking, and ultimately drive a new paradigm across leadership, personal development, and the broader communications ecosystem.

 

Convened by renowned marketing and communications leader, Omotola Bamigbaiye, the Imperfectly Awesome movement has steadily evolved from a deeply personal literary expression into a dynamic, living experience. Initially birthed through her book, Imperfectly Awesome, the initiative has, over time, transformed into an influential annual convergence where authenticity takes precedence and real-life journeys redefine success.

 

By centering the message of “being enough,” the summit challenges limiting narratives that hinder innovation, leadership, and inclusive progress. The summit will deliver two high-impact panel sessions:

  • Resilience & Tenacity — examining how individuals and organizations can sustain performance and purpose amid disruption
  • Authenticity: Embracing Your Whole Self — exploring the role of self-awareness and identity in effective leadership and lived experience

Additionally, a maiden edition of IAC awards to recognize and spotlight individuals and organizations whose journeys exemplify courage, consistency, and meaningful societal impact.

As anticipation intensifies, attention increasingly turns to the calibre of speakers confirmed for this year’s edition, these are individuals whose personal and professional trajectories reflect resilience, leadership, and transformative impact.

Leading the conversation will be Dr Segun Ogunsanya , Chairman Airtel Africa Foundation and  Mrs Godrey Ogbechie, Group Executive Director, Rain Oil Limited.  Additionally, Hon Mojisola Meranda, Deputy Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Moremi Ojudu, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Community Engagement (South-West), O’tega Ogra, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Digital Engagement and New Media,  Dr Folayinka Dania, Chief Resilience Officer for Lagos State and CEO of the Lagos State Resilience Office, Princess Sarah Sosan, Former Deputy Governor of Lagos Sate and others whose presence is expected to bring strong perspectives on governance, inclusion, and purposeful leadership. Furthermore, panelists will offer critical insights into grassroots connection, deepen discussions around adaptability, systems thinking, sustainable leadership in uncertain environments. Citizen engagement, and the power of community-driven change.

Collectively, these speakers will not only share success stories; rather, they will unpack the realities behind those successes, moments of doubt, setbacks, recalibration, and eventual triumph. Consequently, attendees will engage with narratives that are honest, unfiltered, and deeply human, thereby reinforcing the summit’s core philosophy, which is, that imperfection, when embraced, becomes a powerful driver of growth.

Moreover, the 2026 edition introduces a sharpened thematic focus centred on courage over comfort, consistency over perfection, and action over Fear. Through this lens, the summit will actively encourage participants to move beyond passive inspiration and instead adopt deliberate, actionable mindsets capable of reshaping both personal and professional trajectories.

Attendance remains open to the public and notably, participation is free.

Interested individuals are encouraged to register via the official links:

[https://luma.com/5r5s19u9](https://luma.com/5r5s19u9)

About Imperfectly Awesome Conversations

Imperfectly Awesome Conversations is a purpose-driven platform inspired by Dr. Omotola Bamigbaiye’s work and philosophy. It is dedicated to fostering authenticity, resilience, and personal transformation by creating spaces where people can share their journeys, embrace their stories, and realize their inherent worth.

IAC 4.0 is deliberately designed to:

  • Amplify underrepresented voices and lived experiences often excluded from mainstream narratives
  • Promote practical inclusion as an everyday responsibility across workplaces and communities
  • Advance mental well-being conversations by normalizing vulnerability and self-acceptance
  • Encourage actionable change, equipping attendees to translate insights into personal and professional impact

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Easter: Oyo CAN Calls on Nigerians to Show Selflessness

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Easter: Oyo CAN Calls on Nigerians to Show Selflessness—-The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Oyo State has called on Nigerians to reflect the true spirit of Easter by embracing selflessness, love, and sacrifice.

In its Easter message, the association urged citizens to emulate the virtues of Jesus Christ, stressing the importance of putting others first, especially in challenging times facing the nation.

The body noted that Easter symbolizes hope, renewal, and redemption, encouraging Nigerians to show compassion to the less privileged and promote unity across religious and ethnic lines.

CAN also called on leaders at all levels to govern with integrity and prioritize the welfare of the people, while urging citizens to remain steadfast in faith and committed to peaceful coexistence.

The message comes as Christians across Nigeria and the world celebrate Easter, a period marked by reflection, sacrifice, and the triumph of good over evil.

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