The Governor of Ogun State, Dapo Abiodun, has approved the selection of Alhaji Shamsudeen Apelogun, the Asiwaju Adinni of Ogun State and Baba Adinni of Remoland, as the Amirul Hajj for the 2026 pilgrimage to the Holy Land.
In the same vein, Abiodun also confirmed the appointment of Sheikh Zakariyah Olorungbebe as Chairman of the Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board for the 2026 Hajj, tasked with overseeing the administrative and operational functions of the board.
According to a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Mr Tokunbo Talabi, made available to the media on Thursday, the appointments are part of the state government’s strategic plan to ensure a seamless, well-coordinated, and successful pilgrimage for Ogun State pilgrims.
The governor urged the newly appointed Amirul Hajj, who also serves as the National President of the Amalgamated Commercial Motorcycle Riders and Owners Association of Nigeria, alongside the new board chairman, to perform their duties with diligence, integrity, and unwavering commitment. He highlighted the importance of strong leadership, effective coordination, and teamwork in guaranteeing the comfort, safety, and spiritual satisfaction of all pilgrims.
The statement partly reads: “Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, has approved the appointment of Alhaji (Prince) Shamsudeen Adebayo Apelogun, the Asiwaju Adinni of Ogun State and Baba Adinni of Remoland, as the Amirul Hajj for the 2026 pilgrimage to the Holy Land.
“In the same vein, the Governor also approved the appointment of Sheikh Zakariyah Ishaq Olorungbebe as the Chairman of the Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board for the 2026 Hajj operation to oversee the administrative and operational activities of the board.
“These appointments are part of the State Government’s strategic preparations to ensure a smooth, well-coordinated, and successful Hajj exercise for pilgrims from Ogun State.
“The Governor charged the Amirul Hajj and the Chairman to discharge their duties with diligence, integrity, and a high level of commitment, emphasising the importance of effective leadership, coordination, and collaboration in ensuring the comfort, safety, and spiritual fulfilment of all pilgrims.
“The Ogun State Government reaffirmed its commitment to providing necessary support and institutional structures to guarantee a hitch-free pilgrimage for all intending pilgrims from the state.”
