A respected and widely-revered Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, has died.
His passing was confirmed by his son, Sayyadi Ali Dahiru Usman Bauchi, during a phone conversation with Daily Trust on Tuesday.
Sayyadi Ali, while speaking with the reporter, expressed deep emotion but gratitude as he confirmed the news.
READ MORE: Crisis Deepens in Ogun Community Over Alleged Illegal Mosque Construction
According to him:
“Yes, it is true. Sheikh has returned to his Creator. Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi raji’un.
This is Allah’s decree and we accept it with complete submission.”
He added that the family remains grateful to Allah for granting the revered scholar a long, impactful, and spiritually fulfilled life.
“It is time for Sheikh to rest. We thank Almighty Allah for preserving his life up to this moment. Sheikh’s life was meaningful, purposeful, and beneficial to countless people. Alhamdulillah,” he said.
Sayyadi Ali also disclosed that he is currently in Madinah, which makes it difficult for him to immediately confirm where the scholar will be laid to rest.
“I am in Madinah right now, so I cannot confirm the exact burial location. It may be in Abuja or Bauchi, but the family will announce it soon.”
Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi was widely respected for his scholarship, spirituality, and decades of service in advancing Islamic knowledge across Nigeria and beyond. His death marks a major loss to the Muslim community.
