Hakeem Olajuwon and Dalia Asafi’s journey together is far from the typical love story—but it’s one that has stood the test of time. Married in 1996 through a family-arranged union rooted in their shared faith, the couple has spent over three decades building a life centered on love, faith, and family. Together, they’ve raised a close-knit family with four children—two sons, Abdullah and Abdul (also called Aziz), and two daughters, Rahmah and Aisha—alongside Hakeem’s eldest, Abisola, from a previous relationship.

Let’s take a closer look at the lives of each of their children and see how Hakeem and Dalia’s legacy is shaping the next generation.

Abdullah Olajuwon

Abdullah Olajuwon’s journey to carving his own path in basketball has been steady but impressive. Born in England, both he and

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