Kaduna-based Islamic scholar and cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has announced the passing of his mother, who died on Sunday evening.
The news of her death has brought sadness and condolences from across the country.
According to reports, Sheikh Gumi’s mother passed away at around 5:30 pm on Sunday.
Preparations are currently underway to bury her at the Unguwar Sarki Muslim cemetery in Kaduna.
In a statement posted on his verified Facebook account, Sheikh Gumi said, “Inna lillahi WA inna ilaihi rajiun. Today at 5.30pm, with a sad heart, I announce the death of my dear mother. Please seek for Her Allah’s forgiveness and mercy.”
He went on to share his mother’s final words, which were spoken to him two weeks ago. “Insha Allah, Allah will put her and her children and grandchildren together in Jannah,” she said. “These words were very comforting to me. Rahmatul lahi alaiha. Amin.”
News of Sheikh Gumi’s mother’s passing has been met with an outpouring of condolences and messages of support from across the country. Many people have taken to social media to express their sadness and to offer their prayers for the family.
