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Pa Salami Bags Posthumous Humanitarian Award in Sierra Leone
Ibrahim Lawal
The enduring impact of late Pa Salami Aremu Jimoh has received fresh recognition in Sierra Leone, with the Nigerian-born businessman honoured posthumously for his humanitarian contributions and the positive influence he had on communities during his lifetime.
Born in 1934 in Ilorin, Kwara State, Pa Salami travelled to Sierra Leone in search of opportunities and later established himself as a successful player in the country’s artisanal diamond business.
He spent several years in Hangha and Tongo in the Eastern Province, where he forged lasting relationships with miners, traders, families and other members of the communities.
While his business success earned him considerable respect, those who knew him closely said his greatest legacy was his commitment to helping others.
Pa Salami was remembered as a trusted businessman, father figure, adviser and mentor who supported people facing financial difficulties and encouraged young people seeking to establish businesses and improve their livelihoods.
His reputation for honesty, fairness, humility and compassion made him a respected figure in the communities where he lived and worked.
The posthumous humanitarian award has now provided an opportunity for his family, friends and members of the communities to celebrate a life defined by service and generosity.
As part of efforts to preserve his memory, his children recently organised a three-day Qur’anic reading in his honour. The programme brought together family members, friends, Islamic scholars, neighbours and other well-wishers.
During the gathering, Qur’anic verses were recited and prayers offered for the repose of his soul. Participants prayed that Almighty Allah (SWT) would forgive his shortcomings, illuminate and expand his grave and grant him Al-Jannatul Firdaus.
Food was also prepared and distributed among participants, reflecting the generosity associated with his memory.
For his family, the award represents more than recognition of his achievements in business. It is a reminder of the values he embodied, including honesty, humility, compassion, generosity and service to humanity.
More than a decade after his death, Pa Salami’s name remains remembered in Hangha, Tongo and beyond through the people he helped and the relationships he built.
His story demonstrates that while business achievements and material possessions may fade with time, acts of kindness and service can leave a lasting impression.
The humanitarian honour has therefore reinforced the legacy of a Nigerian whose life in Sierra Leone was marked not only by enterprise, but also by compassion and a genuine commitment to the welfare of others.
May Almighty Allah (SWT) forgive his shortcomings, expand and illuminate his grave and grant him Al-Jannatul Firdaus. Ameen.
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Nigeria at 66: ‘We Must Not Lose Faith in Nigeria’ — FCC Boss Omidiran
Joel Ajayi
The Executive Chairman of the Federal Character Commission (FCC), Honorable Hulayat Motunrayo Omidiran, has called on Nigerians to use the occasion of the nation’s 66th Independence Anniversary to renew their faith in Nigeria, strengthen national unity and recommit themselves to building a more inclusive and prosperous country.
In her 66th Independence Day message, Hon. Omidiran described October 1 as more than a celebration of freedom, saying the anniversary provides an opportunity for Nigerians to reflect on the country’s journey, acknowledge its progress and challenges, and renew the collective determination to build a nation where every citizen has a sense of belonging.
According to the FCC Executive Chairman, the Federal Character Principle remains particularly important to the quest for national cohesion because equitable representation promotes a sense of ownership and confidence in the Nigerian project.
“Nigeria is a nation of great diversity and
enormous potential. Our responsibility is to ensure that this diversity becomes a bridge that connects us rather than a barrier that separates us. Every Nigerian deserves to feel that he or she belongs to this country and has a role to play in its development,” Omidiran said.
The FCC boss called on government institutions at all levels to remain committed to fairness, equity, accountability and inclusive governance, while urging citizens to support efforts aimed at strengthening national institutions and promoting peaceful coexistence.
“We must not lose faith in Nigeria. The challenges before us are real, but so are the opportunities and the enormous human and natural resources available to us. Every citizen has a responsibility to contribute his or her own quota to building the Nigeria we desire,” she stated.
The FCC Executive Chairman also urged young Nigerians to remain committed to acquiring knowledge and skills, entrepreneurship, innovation, sports and other productive ventures, describing the youth as critical stakeholders in the country’s future.
“As we celebrate 66 years of independence, let us remember that the Nigeria we want cannot be built by government alone. It requires the commitment of all of us – leaders and citizens, young and old, from every part of the federation. Together, we can build a Nigeria where justice, fairness, opportunity and peace are available to all,” she said.
Omidiran reaffirmed the FCC’s commitment to the effective discharge of its constitutional mandate and to supporting efforts that promote equitable representation and inclusive national development across the federation.
The former lawmaker wished Nigerians at home and abroad a peaceful and memorable 66th Independence Anniversary, praying for continued peace, stability, prosperity and progress for the Federal Republic of Nigeria.
“Our differences should never be greater than our common identity as Nigerians. Let us continue to choose unity over division, service over self-interest and hope over despair. The Nigeria of our dreams is possible if we all play our part,” Omidiran said.
“On behalf of the Federal Character Commission, I congratulate all Nigerians on this 66th Independence Anniversary. May this occasion renew our patriotism, strengthen our unity and inspire us to work together for a stronger, more equitable and prosperous Nigeria. May God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria,” she added.
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