In a statement, the university management clarified the decision, noting, "Following the successful renovation of the mosque, we are pleased to officially hand it over to all Tijjaniyya Muslim brothers and sisters. The mosque is now fully available for the conduct of all Tijjaniyya activities." This transfer effectively designates the mosque as a dedicated center for the practices of the Tijjaniyya Sufi order, a prominent Islamic spiritual movement within the region.
Following the handover, the local Tijjaniyya leadership, represented by the Muqaddam, issued a call to members for heightened religious observance. The community is urged to prioritize daily attendance after the Maghrib, or sunset, prayer held at the mosque. The schedule outlined stipulates that the evening prayer will be immediately followed by the collective recitation of the daily Wazifa and Diwani litanies specific to the Tijjaniyya tradition, culminating in the Isha, or night, prayer.
In his address, the Muqaddam emphasized the importance of consistent participation, strongly encouraging every member to remain active and committed in their religious duties at all times. The development highlights the university's accommodation of specific Islamic spiritual groups within its interfaith landscape, providing them with a permanent and recognized venue for their rituals and gatherings.
This official allocation of space is seen as a significant endorsement of the group's activities, potentially strengthening its presence and organizational structure on campus. The move also underscores the ongoing interplay between academic institutions and religious student bodies in shaping the social and spiritual life on Nigerian university campuses.
