‘First-Class graduate in Political Science (1986) and Master’s degree
holder (1988) from the University of Lagos,’ What UMA revealed about Amir Jimoh of The Companion
The association of career Muslim men, the Companion, has called on Nigerians to embrace a positive shift in mindset to tackle the socio-economic challenges confronting the nation.
In a statement issued at the end of its two-day Elective Conference of 2025, the association called on all Nigerian youths to get engaged with current socio-economic developments playing out so fast with all the seriousness they can muster to emerge as successful and happy stakeholders.
The statement signed by its new Director of Public Affairs, Professor Tunde Musibau Akanni, was made at the end of the Association’s three-day National Elective Conference, held from Friday, August 8 to Sunday, August 10, 2025, at Peace Hotel, Ilorin, Kwara State.
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The event was attended by members from across the country and graced by distinguished traditional rulers, including the Olupo of Ajase-Ipo, Oba Ismail Yahaya Alebiosu, and the Aala of Ilala, Oba Abdulfatai Oladega Talabi
Speaking on the conference theme, “Thriving Amidst Adversity: Strategies for Survival in Nigeria’s Challenging Economy,” the keynoter, Dr. Sulayman Ibrahim urged Nigerians to shun corruption, adopt prudent lifestyles, and explore sustainable entrepreneurship. The conference further encouraged Nigerian youths to be creative, diligent, and innovative rather than being reactionary to prevailing economic realities.
In the ensuing resolutions contained in the communique derived from the conference, The Companion urged the government to, among others,
Provide infrastructure and improve security to attract investments and boost micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs).
Formulate business-friendly economic policies that ensure fairness and inclusivity.
The Association ratified a nine-member Board of Trustees for The Companion Zakat and Zadaqah Foundation, headed by former National Amir Alhaji Thabit Wale Sonaike, and resolved to grant its youth wing, The Dawn, operational autonomy while mentoring members for seamless integration into the main body.
The conference ended with the inauguration of a new National Executive Council led by Imam Nojeem Jimoh as National Amir, alongside other elected officers.
The Association expressed appreciation to all dignitaries, guests, and participants who contributed to the success of the 1447AH (2025) National Elective Conference.
Meanwhile, the University of Lagos Muslim Alumni (UMA) has hailed the election of one of its distinguished members, Imam Nojeem Jimoh, as the new National Amir (President) of The Companion, a leading network of Muslim professionals and businessmen in
Nigeria.
Delegates confirmed his emergence during the association’s three-day National Conference, which concluded on Saturday, August 9, 2025, at De-Peace Hotel, Ilorin, Kwara State.
In a congratulatory statement signed by its President, Dr. Mumini Alao, UMA described Imam Jimoh as “a leader of integrity, wisdom, and service,” citing
his extensive contributions to the Muslim community in Nigeria and the United Kingdom. These include his tenure as former President of the Islamic Awareness
Forum (London), his role as Chief Imam of the Lighthouse Muslim Community in Lekki, and his service on the Da’wah Committee of the Lekki Central Mosque
(LEMU).
The statement also noted his prior position as National Naibul-Amir of The
Companion, his professional career as a retired oil and gas executive, his tenure as Chief Operating Officer of Taurus Oil & Gas Ltd., and his current role as Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the African Housing Professionals Association.
This wealth of leadership and industry experience, the UMA said, will be invaluable in steering The Companion over the next two years.
A proud First-Class graduate in Political Science (1986) and Master’s degree
holder (1988) from the University of Lagos, Imam Jimoh is also the current Chairman of UMA’s Da’wah Committee that is charged with educating Alumni members and Muslims at large about the tenets of Islam. Dr. Alao concluded his statement by describing Imam Jimoh as “a shining example of UNILAG’s enduring legacy in producing leaders who inspire change globally.”
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