-by mahmoud
The burial of Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi is currently underway in Bauchi, with Vice President Kashim Shettima, former Vice President Atiku Abubakar, and other dignitaries in attendance. The funeral prayer, led by Sheikh Sharif Saleh, is taking place at the Abubakar Tafawa Balewa Stadium in Bauchi, with thousands of mourners paying their last respects ¹ ² ³.
Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, a renowned Islamic scholar and leader of the Tijjaniyya Muslim Brotherhood, passed away on Thursday at the age of 98. He was a highly respected figure in Nigeria, known for his contributions to Islamic scholarship, education, and peacebuilding ⁴ ⁵.
The Bauchi State government has declared today a work-free day to honor his memory, and security has been beefed up to maintain order ⁶ ⁷.
About The Author
