Residents across Ilorin, Kwara State, have commended philanthropist and technology expert, Engineer Saleeman Adedoyin Saleeman, as he marks his 35th birthday with a large-scale Ramadan outreach through the SAS Foundation, distributing over 10,000 iftar meals to residents across the city.
The initiative, organised by the SAS Foundation, is taking place in mosques and communities across Ilorin, providing meals for fasting Muslims during the last ten days of Ramadan. The outreach is aimed at supporting vulnerable residents and families facing economic hardship during the holy month.
In a statement by the foundation’s Media Officer, Halima Shittu, the Ramadan outreach is designed to ensure that many families can break their fast with dignity while promoting compassion and unity within the community.
She described the founder, who is marking his birthday during the Ramadan period, as an outstanding young leader whose philanthropic efforts have positively impacted many lives in Kwara State.
Shittu noted that the initiative reflects Saleeman’s belief that everyone deserves a decent meal for iftar and urged more leaders and well-meaning individuals to emulate such acts of generosity. She also recalled that during the previous Ramadan, the foundation distributed over 1,000 packs of food items to residents across Ilorin and other parts of Kwara State.
Residents who spoke on the initiative praised Saleeman for what they described as his consistent commitment to humanitarian service.
A community member, Saadu Pakata, said the scale of the Ramadan outreach demonstrates Saleeman’s genuine concern for ordinary people, noting that many families have benefited from the meals distributed across various communities.
Another resident, Rasheed Agaka, said the initiative has brought relief to many households observing the fast, describing the outreach as a reflection of Saleeman’s long-standing support for the less privileged.
Members of the foundation’s volunteer team also commended his leadership and mentorship, noting that his guidance has inspired many young people to participate in community service and humanitarian initiatives.
One of the volunteers, Mujeeb Ibrahim, said working with Saleeman has encouraged many youths to embrace volunteerism and contribute to community development.
Traditional leaders in the state have also acknowledged his philanthropic contributions. The Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, who is the Chairman of the Kwara State Council of Chiefs, has previously commended Saleeman for his commitment to supporting the less privileged and promoting humanitarian initiatives within the Ilorin Emirate.
Similarly, the Balogun Alanamu of Ilorin, Usman Atolagbe, once described him as a “golden son” of Ilorin in recognition of his dedication to community development.
Beyond Ramadan interventions, the SAS Foundation has continued to expand its social impact programmes. In August 2025, the foundation, in partnership with international NGOs Evergreen Initiative and SheBuildLives, successfully concluded its Summer School Project tagged Project Tutored, which trained more than 100 students from underserved communities in Ilorin, providing them with academic support, mentorship, and development opportunities.
Earlier in December 2025, Saleeman also announced a free healthcare initiative for residents of the Ubandawaki community as part of efforts to strengthen grassroots engagement and expand community impact.
Residents say initiatives such as the Ramadan food distribution, healthcare support, and education programmes demonstrate Saleeman’s commitment to improving lives, particularly among vulnerable communities in Kwara State. Many have also used the occasion of his 35th birthday to offer prayers for greater achievements and continued service to humanity.
