*President Bola Ahmed Tinubu commiserates with the Muslim Ummah over the passing of Sheikh Muyideen Ajani Bello, a highly revered Islamic Scholar, at 84

Emmanuel Akosile | 绿帽献妻

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has commiserated with the Muslim Ummah over the passing of Sheikh Muyideen Ajani Bello, a highly revered Islamic Scholar, at 84.

Tinubu, in a statement Friday, December 6, 2024, affirmed that the cerebral scholar lived to serve the Almighty Allah and humanity with his unusual insight into the Holy Quran, depth of wisdom, and the gift of interpretation, which provided peace, comfort, and guidance for many.

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, stated President Tinubu “believes Sheikh Bello鈥檚 discovery of divine purpose at an early age and commitment to long hours of prayers, studying, and meditation shaped his message and the destiny of many Muslims within and outside the country.”

The statement also noted the Nigerian leader acknowledged the Islamic cleric鈥檚 unwavering position on charity, peace, and civil order, frequently counselling leaders on the importance of trust, honesty, and fairness as cornerstones for good governance.

“The President prays that Almighty Allah will receive the soul of the departed cleric, and comfort his family while urging an approximation of his legacies during his sojourn on earth,” said Onanuga.