President Bola Tinubu has conveyed his heartfelt condolences and sympathy to the family, supporters, and associates of Islamic preacher Sheikh Abubakar Giro Argungu, who passed away on Wednesday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶
Tinubu, in a statement released by his spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, described the loss of the esteemed religious leader as a profound one that extends far beyond his immediate community, affecting the entire nation….CONTINUE READING
He acknowledged Sheikh Argungu’s contributions to Islamic studies and his advocacy for moral rectitude.
Similarly, Speaker of the House of Representatives, Tajudeen Abbas, expressed deep sadness over the passing of renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Abubakar Giro Argungu.
He characterized Sheikh Argungu as a dedicated preacher who used his platform to propagate Islam both within and outside Nigeria.
Abbas praised Sheikh Giro Argungu for his years of Islamic propagation and advocacy for righteousness, emphasizing his role as the Working Committee Chairman of the Islamic group, JIBWIS, in guiding Muslim youths over the years.
President Tinubu expressed his belief that Sheikh Giro would be greatly missed for his fearless advocacy on behalf of the marginalized and for holding leaders accountable in fulfilling their obligations to citizens.
He extended his condolences to Sheikh Argungu’s family, the government and people of Kebbi State, and the Nigerian Muslim community. He offered prayers for the eternal rest of the departed cleric’s soul.
Speaker Abbas, in his statement, emphasized the pain and devastation caused by the passing of Sheikh Argungu, highlighting him as one of Nigeria’s finest Islamic clerics.
He extended condolences to Kebbi State, particularly the people of Argungu local government area, and the national leadership of the Jama’atu Izalatul Bid’ah Wa Iqamatus Sunnah (JIBWIS) in Nigeria, where Sheikh Argungu held a prominent position. Abbas concluded with prayers for the late cleric’s soul to rest in Jannatul Firdaus.
