The Federal High Court in Lagos has fixed July 2, 2025, to hear a motion for committal to prison against Alhaji Sikiru Alabi-Macfoy, in connection with the ongoing dispute over the leadership of the Lagos State Central Mosque.
The suit, filed by the Registered Trustees of the Jamat-Ul-Muslimeen Council of Nigeria (Lagos Central Mosque), challenges Alabi-Macfoy’s appointment as Baba Adinni of Lagos and Chairman of the Executive Council.
The plaintiffs contend that his appointment was made without the consultation or approval of the Chief Imam, the mosque’s spiritual head. They also argued that his installation as Baba Adinni is invalid as it has not been sanctioned or officiated by the Chief Imam through the traditional turbaning ceremony.
They further warned that the situation threatens to disrupt peace within the mosque community, particularly with the holy month of Ramadan approaching.
The Plaintiffs have urged the Court to issue preservatory orders to avert potential chaos and preserve order during the sensitive pre-Ramadan period.
The Court ruled that both the plaintiffs’ committal application and the defendants’ motion for modification would be heard together on July 2.
