{
  "id": 9598072,
  "title": "We are not part of unauthorised conferment of Islamic titles – League of Imams, Alfas",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/24/we-are-not-part-of-unauthorised-conferment-of-islamic-titles-league",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-24T17:48:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Daily Post Nigeria",
    "slug": "daily-post-nigeria",
    "url": "https://dailypost.ng/2026/09/24/we-are-not-part-of-unauthorised-conferment-of-islamic-titles-league-of-imams-alfas/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland has firmly positioned itself against the unauthorized bestowal of Islamic chieftaincy titles on individuals within the region. The organization has issued a clear appeal to Muslims, traditional leaders, community figures, governmental bodies, corporations, philanthropists, and the general public to diligently verify the legitimacy of any individual or group before accepting such titles. The League explicitly states that it does not have the authority to grant these titles on behalf of others. This stance was articulated in a formal statement signed by several prominent religious leaders, including the President, Vice President, Grand Life Patron, State Imams, and the Secretary-General of the League. The League cited instances where recent individuals and groups have been involved in the conferment of titles that closely resemble or mirror the distinguished Islamic chieftaincy titles traditionally awarded by the League's authorized leadership. In response, the League has urged Muslims to exercise caution and verify the authenticity of such titles before accepting them. The organization emphasized that the conferment of these titles by the League has historically been a recognition of individuals' significant contributions to Islam and the betterment of the Muslim community in Yorubaland. The League underscored that no individual, society, association, or group possesses the authority to represent the League or confer these titles without explicit permission from the League's leadership. Furthermore, the League expressed deep concern over the indiscriminate bestowing of chieftaincy titles, especially when they are historically reserved for distinguished members of the Muslim community, particularly when the recipients are not Muslim. Such actions can lead to confusion about the titles' identity, significance, and authority. The League stressed that their concerns are not targeted at individuals personally but rather at practices that may mislead the public regarding the nature and source of these titles. The organization clarified that while it respects the right of any organization to recognize deserving individuals within its lawful framework, the replication of the League's titles in a way that suggests endorsement or origin from the League is unacceptable. The League reiterated its commitment to maintaining the unity of the Muslim Ummah in Yorubaland, preserving the integrity of its traditions, and fostering a peaceful coexistence among all religious communities. Any entity wishing to utilize, reproduce, confer, or associate itself with the League's established titles is advised to seek formal approval from the League's leadership before taking any such action.",
  "summary": "The League of Imams and Alfas in Yorubaland has declared that it is not involved in the unauthorised conferment of Islamic chieftaincy titles on individuals in Yorubaland. The league appealed to Muslims, traditional rulers, community leaders, government authorities, corporate organisations, philanthropists and the general public in Yorubaland to verify the authenticity of any individual or […] We…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}