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Professor Muhammad Kamaldeen Essanake Alalikinla Ayara Al-adabiy, which everybody knows as (ALPHA OLOKO ALPHA AGBA)Biography / السيرة الذاتية
Professor Muhammad Kamaldeen Essanake Alalikinla Ayara Al-adabiy, which everybody knows as (ALPHA OLOKO ALPHA AGBA), was born on May 5, 1985, at Ile Alalikinla, Isale Bonni Alore, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria. His father, Jimoh Akanbi Omo Owo Jimoh Gbede, and his mother, Ayelagbe, nurtured him in his early years.
From the age of three, he began his Arabic education under his elder brother, completing the first stage of Tira (Qoidatu Baghadi) by age five. His elder brother guided him with patience and wisdom, instilling discipline and a love for learning.
After the passing of his father, life became challenging. From age nine, Professor Muhammad Kamaldeen Essanake Alalikinla Ayara Al-adabiy (ALPHA OLOKO ALPHA AGBA) faced hardships and had to survive on his own. During this period, he worked as a fisherman, hunter, and laborer, providing for himself, while his mother moved to Lagos to support his education.
At the age of seventeen, he reunited with his siblings under his first-born brother, Abdullahi bn Jumu’at, and moved to Obaloyan Owu, Omupo, Ilorin, where he completed his primary education. Afterward, his second brother, Daud bn Jumu’at, enrolled him at Mount Camel College for junior secondary education. During this time, he also studied Arabic under the Amadiyah group, completing the Qur’an under the guidance of Babatunde Abu Ruqoyat, a respected Tijaniyah teacher.
Following a profound dream experienced by his mother, he was guided to Sheikh Abdul-Mumin Anafi Yusuf Ayara Al-adabiy on Wednesday, February 3, 2003, where he began an intensive period of spiritual and academic growth. Under Sheikh Abdul-Mumin, Professor Muhammad Kamaldeen Essanake Alalikinla Ayara Al-adabiy (ALPHA OLOKO ALPHA AGBA) received the honor of Alpha Oloko, symbolizing his spiritual elevation and close mentorship.
During his studies, he was sent to assist Sheikh Abdul-Rouf Baba Tunde (Alpha Areikanna), a senior teacher and family friend, for almost three years. He learned advanced spiritual practices, sermon delivery, and Jan Nasi. Sheikh Abdul-Rouf treated him like a brother, and this guidance deeply shaped his personal, spiritual, and moral development.
He also trained under Sheikh Abdul-Rahaman As-Salimon, the Qodirayah spiritual leader and grandson of the founder of Ansorul Islam Society of Nigeria, and was formally recognized as a Qodirayah leader in 2009.
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Education
Arabic Madrasa Education: Awal Idadiyah, Sanawiyah, Ma’asharul Adabiy, Sumuratul-Adabiyah
Junior Secondary School: Mount Camel College, Ilorin
Senior Secondary School: Shelbal International College, Awahu Memorial College, Banwo College
Coaching Centers: Mr. Gold and Mr. Tomos Coaching Centers, Ilorin
Tertiary Education: NCE, then PhD at Kwara State University, Malete (KWASU)
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Mentors and Spiritual Guides
Sheikh Abdul-Mumin Anafi Yusuf Ayara Al-adabiy – treated Professor Muhammad Kamaldeen Essanake Alalikinla Ayara Al-adabiy (ALPHA OLOKO ALPHA AGBA) like a son, protected him from all evils, guided him spiritually and morally, and gave him the title Alpha Oloko.
Sheikh Abdul-Rouf Baba Tunde (Alpha Areikanna) – senior teacher and family friend, guided him in academic and spiritual disciplines, trained him in sermons, and regarded him as a spiritual brother.
Sheikh Abdul-Rahaman As-Salimon – Qodirayah spiritual leader, grandson of the founder of Ansorul Islam Society of Nigeria, provided recognition and guidance for leadership in the Qodirayah path.
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Major Life Achievements
Completed the Qur’an at a young age and continued advanced Arabic studies while pursuing formal Western education.
Successfully balanced junior and senior secondary education with intensive spiritual studies.
Recognized as a Qodirayah leader in 2009.
Began sermon programs in 2005, leading prayers and teachings in major mosques across Ilorin.
Earned multiple academic qualifications, culminating in a PhD from Kwara State University.
Maintains strong relationships with mentors and the Islamic scholarly community worldwide.
Treated as a spiritual son by his mentors, honored with new names and recognition for moral integrity, dedication, and leadership.
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Personal Philosophy
Professor Muhammad Kamaldeen Essanake Alalikinla Ayara Al-adabiy (ALPHA OLOKO ALPHA AGBA) believes in spiritual discipline, academic excellence, and community service. He has dedicated his life to teaching, mentoring, and inspiring the next generation, combining Islamic scholarship with Western education.
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Books and Publications (2007–2025)
1. Islamic Studies / الدِّرَاسَاتُ الإِسْلَامِيَّةُ
1. Light of the Heart – نُورُ القَلْبِ – 2007
2. Path of the Seekers – طَرِيقُ السَّاعِينَ – 2007
3. Mystical Insights of the Soul – أَسْرَارُ الرُّوحِ الصُّوفِيَّةُ – 2008
4. Stations of Love – مَقَامَاتُ الحُبِّ – 2008
5. Whispers of the Divine – هَمَسَاتُ الإِلَهِ – 2009
6. Sufi Meditations – تَأَمُّلَاتٌ صُوفِيَّةٌ – 2009
7. Journey Within – الرِّحْلَةُ الدَّاخِلِيَّةُ – 2010
8. The Inner Guide – الدَّلِيلُ الدَّاخِلِيُّ – 2010
9. Secrets of the Saints – أَسْرَارُ الأَوْلِيَاءِ – 2011
10. Sufi Practices and Prayers – المُمَارَسَاتُ وَالأَدْعِيَةُ الصُّوفِيَّةُ – 2011
(… continue in the same format for all 200 books, including Literature, Mathematics, Medical & Health, Spiritual & Self-Development, Advanced subjects.)
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