President Bola Tinubu has mourned the passing of renowned Islamic scholar and leader of the Tijjaniyya Muslim Brotherhood, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, describing his death as a monumental loss to Nigeria.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu said he received the news of the scholar’s death with “profound sadness and a deep sense of loss.” He noted that Sheikh Bauchi’s spiritual influence extended far beyond his immediate community.
The President praised the late scholar as a steadfast advocate of peace, piety, and moderation, adding that he remained a guiding voice throughout his lifetime.
President Tinubu also recalled the cleric’s moral support and blessings during the 2023 election period, describing him as a “moral compass” who devoted his life to teaching, preaching, and guiding the Muslim faithful.
He extended his condolences to the bereaved family, followers across the country, and the wider Muslim community, urging them to honour the scholar’s memory by upholding his teachings on peaceful coexistence, devotion to God, and kindness to humanity.
Tinubu reaffirmed that Sheikh Bauchi’s legacy will continue to inspire generations as the nation comes to terms with the void left by his passing.
