Laderin Chief Imaam, Abduwaliyu Abioye, Bags PhD In Islamic Finance At Al-Hikmah University

…Muslim Community Celebrates Cleric’s Academic Milestone

Daud Olatunji

The Chief Imaam of the Community Mosque, Laderin, Abeokuta, Ogun State, Abduwaliyu Abioye, has earned a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Islamic Finance from Al-Hikmah University, Kwara State.

Abioye attained the academic feat on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, after successfully defending his doctoral thesis at the university, marking a significant milestone in his pursuit of advanced Islamic scholarship and academic excellence.

The achievement was witnessed by several Islamic scholars from within and outside the university.

The development was announced in a statement issued by the management of the Muslim community in Laderin, Abeokuta, which expressed gratitude to Almighty Allah for the successful completion of the cleric’s doctoral programme.

According to the statement, the journey towards the attainment of the degree began several years ago and was sustained by Abioye’s dedication, hard work and commitment to learning.

The management described the achievement as a moment of pride for the Muslim community, congratulating the Chief Imaam on the successful conclusion of his doctoral studies.

It also prayed for divine guidance and greater knowledge for the cleric, urging him to deploy the expertise acquired through his studies towards the advancement of Islam and the service of humanity.

“We say Alhamdulillah for this attainment as we wish him more feathers to his turban,” the statement said.

The Muslim community further prayed that Almighty Allah would bless the knowledge acquired by the Chief Imaam and enable him to apply it meaningfully in propagating the Islamic faith.

It also expressed the hope that his academic accomplishment would serve as a source of spiritual benefit and contribute positively to his responsibilities as a religious leader.

The statement added, “May Almighty Allah put His Barakah in the knowledge and make it suffice for him as positive Hujjah in this world and the Hereafter.”

The management said the Muslim community in Laderin was pleased to identify with its revered Chief Imaam on the achievement, describing the occasion as worthy of celebration.

It concluded with prayers and congratulations to the cleric, saying, “Barakallahu feekum and congratulations, Baba Imaam.”

The statement was signed by the management of the Muslim community in Laderin, Abeokuta.

Islamic finance is a financial system guided by Islamic principles, including the prohibition of interest-based transactions and the promotion of ethical, asset-backed and risk-sharing arrangements. Abioye’s specialisation in the field comes amid continuing interest in financial practices that comply with Islamic law.

His achievement adds a new academic milestone to his role as the Chief Imaam of the Community Mosque in Laderin, Abeokuta, as members of the Muslim community celebrate his commitment to religious service and lifelong learning.

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