Clerics, Scholars, family celebrate, as Rawsheedah Saheed unveils books on faith, womanhood. By Lai Gidado
Clerics, Scholars, family celebrate, as Rawsheedah Saheed unveils books on faith, womanhood. By Lai Gidado
It was a spectacle of faith and womanhood at the weekend as Zones, Gbagada Expressway, Lagos, came alive with a sea of family, friends, and religious associates who gathered to honour the literary voice of Rawsheedah Akorede Saheed.
The hall pulsed with emotion, weaving together celebration, reflection, and the quest for self-discovery.
By 9:00 a.m., not a seat was left unclaimed, forcing latecomers to line the walls as the event unfolded in an atmosphere thick with joy and reverence.
The occasion was chaired by the author’s father, Alhaji AbdulRasheed Akorede, who spoke glowingly of his daughter, praising her resilience and brilliance.
He expressed gratitude to God for making her long-held dream of becoming an author a reality, with the successful launch of five books.
Delivering the keynote lecture, Sheikh AbdulRahaman Ahmad, Chief Missioner of the Ansar-Ud-Deen Society of Nigeria and Overseas, spoke on “The Importance of Empowering Muslim Women through Faith.”
He extolled the virtues of women, describing them as divinely blessed and endowed with wisdom and strength that often surpass men. According to him, Allah has gifted women with the ability to nurture, mould, and sustain families with ease.
Sheikh Ahmad further noted that the author’s brilliance was unsurprising, given her lineage as a granddaughter of the late sage, Sheikh Mohammad Qazeem Yayi Akorede, former President-General of the League of Imams and Alfas, South West, Edo and Delta States.
He prayed for the repose of the late cleric’s soul and urged every woman present to acquire copies of the newly launched books.
In her review, Dr. Aisha Adaviruku, a renowned peace and leadership coach, broke down the five books chapter by chapter.
She emphasised their relevance, particularly to young married women, and encouraged them to study the works as practical guides to strengthening their marriages and personal growth.
Following the book presentation, a special panel session was held to discuss marriage and its contemporary challenges.
Panelists included Ustadh Kabir Al Asfar, Ustadh Lanre Ibn Abdullah As-Sudaisy, Princess Raliat, Basirat Ribigbe, Mutiat Olagoke, Ameenah Ali Yunus, and Barrister Siddeeqah Tunde Lawal.
The panel agreed that patience remains the cornerstone of a successful and peaceful marriage, urging women to embrace it as an enduring virtue in managing their homes.
In his vote of thanks, the author’s husband, Ustadh Saheed Opadokun, expressed deep appreciation to donors, guests, and all who supported the event.
He prayed for Allah’s blessings upon their homes and families.
The event ended on a note of gratitude, inspiration, and renewed commitment to strengthening faith, family, and the role of women in society.
Watch out for a comprehensive report by Pearl Ngwama
