Hajj 2024: Chief Imam Ayilara Replies Soun of Ogbomoso: “You Lack Energy to Question Me”

• Sheikh Teliat Yinus Ayilara, Chief Imam of Ogbomoso, responded firmly to a question from Soun of Ogbomoso
• The Soun had criticized Ayilara for endeavor the Hajj pilgrimage with out permission, as reported by TheTalk.NG
• Ayilara emphasised his adherence to Islamic ideas over Yoruba traditions, stating his position as a non secular chief is unbiased of native cultural norms.

Ogbomoso, Oyo state – Sheik Teliat Yinus Ayilara, the Chief Imam of Ogbomoso, has responded firmly to a question issued by the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, saying that the Chief Imam’s place is just not topic to the authority of the normal ruler.

TheTalk.NG had earlier reported that the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, criticized Chief Imam Sheikh Taliat Yunus Olusina Ayilara for endeavor the Hajj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia with out acquiring the normal ruler’s permission.

Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Afolabi Ghandi Olaoye, bicker Chief Imam, Sheikh Taliat Yunus Olusina Ayilara over attending 2024 Hajj
Photograph credit score: @Oyoaffairs/@ImamOgbomosoSource: UGC

Ayilara conveyed this stance in a letter directed to the Soun in response to the question he acquired.

In his sharp reply, Ayilara emphasised his deep respect for Yoruba tradition and custom.

Chief Imam, Ayilara: ‘I’m ruled by Islamic tenet, not custom’

The Chief Imam clarified that because the non secular chief of the Muslim group in Ogbomoso, his position and obligations are ruled by Islamic ideas, not by Yoruba traditions.

The letter, signed by his secretary, Ogunleye Sulaimon Ajasa, reiterated Ayilara’s dedication to upholding the rules of Islam independently of native cultural norms, as reported by Vanguard.

The letter stated:

“The Grand Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland is just not a standard title and due to this fact doesn’t fall beneath the authority of the Soun of Ogbomosoland.”

“My dispute together with your majesty is presently earlier than the courts. I firmly imagine that events concerned in a courtroom case ought to honor the courtroom’s authority by refraining from actions that might impression the case.”

Ayilara famous that the Soun’s request to reverse appointments of Muslim leaders and set up an performing Grand Chief Imam of Ogbomosoland pertains to the ongoing court case and will respect the courtroom’s authority, PM Information reported.

Soun of Ogbomoso queries chief Imam for performing 2024 hajj

Earlier, TheTalk.NG reported that the Soun of Ogbomoso, Oba Olaoye, criticized Chief Imam Sheikh Ayilara for endeavor the Hajj pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia with out acquiring the normal ruler’s permission.

TheTalk.NG reported that tensions have been ongoing between the normal ruler and the Chief Imam for a number of months.

Within the reprimand, the Soun claimed that the Chief Imam had not knowledgeable him earlier than his journey. The standard ruler’s letter, Dated June 10, 2024, acknowledged that the Chief Imam’s actions violated his settlement earlier than assuming his position.

Supply: TheTalk.NG