…Condemns Lopsided Appointments, Mourns Late Awujale, Seeks Moral Rebirth
The Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), Ogun State Area Unit, has raised serious concerns over rising moral decadence, widespread social vices among youths, and perceived religious marginalisation of Muslims by the state government.
These concerns were articulated in a communiqué issued at the end of the 2025 edition of the State Islamic Vacation Course (IVC), held between July 26 and 30, at SS International School, Idiroko, in Ipokia Local Government Area of Ogun State.
Themed “Cheese in the Trap”, this year’s IVC focused on sensitising Muslim youths to the dangers of quick wealth schemes, moral erosion, and social behaviours threatening the fabric of society.
The five-day camp brought together participants from across institutions in the state for spiritual, intellectual, and civic reawakening.
In the communiqué signed by the Area Unit Amir, Abdulfatah Adigun, and General Secretary, Umar Salahudeen, MSSN condemned the rising wave of unethical practices among youths such as examination malpractice, substance abuse, sex hawking, egg-selling for money, and internet fraud.
The Muslim students attributed many of these vices to systemic failure, erosion of values, and the glorification of material success over integrity.
The group challenged stakeholders—parents, teachers, and religious leaders—to intensify efforts toward value reorientation and to model upright behaviour for younger generations.
“There is a pressing need to revive the golden values of our society. The government must also respond to the intense hunger in the land, which provides fertile ground for criminality,” the communiqué read.
MSSN urged elected leaders to prioritise people-oriented policies and programmes that reward honesty, diligence, and academic excellence.
The society also expressed condolences over the demise of the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, GCFR, who passed on July 13, 2025.
Describing the late monarch as a “Muslim King who broke idolatrous stereotypes in the Obaship institution,” MSSN praised Oba Adetona for upholding Islamic values in a space traditionally steeped in pagan rites.
“His reign exemplified how Obaship could thrive without recourse to idolatry. His death challenges long-held narratives equating traditional rulership with pagan practices,” the statement read.
The group commended Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration for institutionalising inclusive burial laws that recognise religious plurality and promote equity in traditional rites across the state.
While lauding some government efforts, MSSN did not hold back in condemning what it described as “palpable lopsidedness and intentional exclusion of Muslims” from governance in Ogun State.
Citing recent political appointments, the students’ group claimed that over 75% of appointees are Christians, while Muslims—who constitute a significant majority in the state—are grossly underrepresented.
“We reject the second-class indigene status implicitly conferred on Muslims through biased appointments. Ogun State should not operate as a one-faith state,” the MSSN stated.
The society urged the Ogun State Muslim Council, Islamic scholars, and professional Muslim groups to “speak truth to power” and demand fairness, equity, and justice in government policies.
MSSN concluded by reaffirming its commitment to moral and spiritual development, national unity, and the revival of a value-driven society.
“As Muslims, we will not be silent in the face of religious injustice. All that is required for evil to triumph is for good men to do nothing,” the statement added.
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