By Peace Udugba -The daily torch media
Governor Dapo Abiodun has approved the appointment of Alhaji (Prince) Shamsudeen Adebayo Apelogun as the Amirul Hajj for the 2026 pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia.
Apelogun, who holds the revered titles of Asiwaju Adinni of Ogun State and Baba Adinni of Remoland, is expected to lead and coordinate Muslim pilgrims from the state during the annual pilgrimage.
In a related development, the governor also appointed Sheikh Zakariyah Ishaq Olorungbebe as Chairman of the Ogun State Muslim Pilgrims Welfare Board for the 2026 Hajj operation. In this role, he will oversee the administrative and operational activities of the board.
The appointments, according to the state government, are part of early strategic efforts to ensure a seamless, well-organised, and successful pilgrimage for Ogun State contingents.
Governor Abiodun charged both appointees to discharge their responsibilities with diligence, integrity, and a strong sense of commitment, stressing the need for effective leadership, proper coordination, and collaboration to guarantee the comfort, safety, and spiritual fulfilment of pilgrims.
He further reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to providing the necessary support and institutional framework to ensure a hitch-free Hajj exercise.
