The Chief Imam of Ijebuland, Sheikh Muftaudeen Ayanbadejo, has banned men with plaited hair and those wearing earrings from entering the mosque for the weekly congregational jumat prayers.
Penpushing reports that Ayanbadejo gave the order during the Jumat service held on Friday, October 9, 2026, as part of efforts to promote discipline, decency and reverence within the mosque
The Islamic cleric explained that the directive is new regulations on dress code and conduct for worshippers attending Jumat prayers, emphasizing that the order takes effect from Friday, October 16, 2026
Penpushing further reports that he stated that the worshippers were given time to familiarise themselves with the new rules and make the necessary adjustments before the implementation date.
‘The directive is prohibiting men with plaited hair and those wearing earrings from entering the mosque for the weekly congregational prayer. men who plait their hair or wear earrings will no longer be permitted to enter the mosque for Jumat prayers once the new regulations take effect’, he stated.
Penpushing also reports that the Chief Imam stated that in addition to the dress code restrictions, warned worshippers against operating mobile phones during prayers, declaring that any worshipper caught using a mobile phone while prayers are ongoing would have the device seized immediately.
‘The warning underscores the need for worshippers to remain attentive and avoid distractions during the sacred period of congregational worship. As the implementation date approaches, worshippers are expected to take note of the directives and comply with the regulations’, Ayanbadejo added
Penpushing reports that the newly announced regulations are expected to generate discussions among members of the Muslim community, particularly regarding appropriate appearance, personal grooming and acceptable conduct within the mosque.
‘As the implementation date approaches, worshippers are expected to take note of the directives and comply with the regulations announced by the Chief Imam. The new rules are scheduled to take effect on Friday, October 16, 2026’, the order read.
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