ABEOKUTA – The Criterion (Ogun District), an association of Muslim women in business and the professions, has honored the Chairman of OSCOM and Founder of Eweso FM, Alhaji (Engr.) Olufemi Omotayo Omoowo, with a special birthday commendation and gift presentation.
The ceremony, held on Tuesday at the H3 Hotel in Oke-Mosan, was a dual-purpose event: marking the media icon’s recent birthday and formally recognizing his significant philanthropic contributions to the Muslim Ummah and the wider Ogun community.
A Pillar of Community Development
The delegation, led by the District Ameerah, Hajia Qudrat Oluwakemi Ayinde Oladimeji, described Engr. Omoowo as a “rare breed of leader” whose impact transcends his professional success in engineering and broadcasting.
Addressing the celebrant, Hajia Oladimeji specifically lauded his sponsorship of recent flagship programs, including the Sisters’ Hangout and the EKO AKETE Biennial Conference in Lagos. She noted that his benevolence has been instrumental in the spiritual growth and empowerment of Muslim women across the region.
“This gift is a token of our deep-seated gratitude for your tireless commitment to community progress,” Hajia Oladimeji stated. “Engr. Omoowo has proven to be a pillar of support for The Criterion project, matching his professional excellence with genuine benevolence.”
Spiritual Tributes and Corporate Growth
The presentation was characterized by an atmosphere of gratitude and spiritual supplication. Beyond the gift-giving, the leadership of The Criterion held a session of prayers for the celebrant’s business interests, specifically calling for the continued expansion of Eweso FM and OSCOM.
The visit also served as a strategic engagement, with brief discussions held on strengthening the ties between the media organization and the District to further Dawah initiatives and social justice projects in Ogun State.
The event concluded with special prayers for the media icon, asking for sustained health, divine wisdom, and long life to continue his role as a “beacon of hope” for the community.
About The Criterion:
The Criterion is an umbrella organization of Muslim women in business and the professions. It is dedicated to promoting social justice, education, and spiritual empowerment, focusing on the development of the community through professional and ethical leadership.
