News

Kafanchan Chief Imam dies at 130

The Chief Imam of Kafanchan Central Mosque, Adam Tahir, has died at the age of 130.

Confirming his demise, the Deputy Chief Imam of Kafanchan, Muhammad Kassim, said Sheikh Adam died on Wednesday evening after a brief illness.

While praying to God for the repose of the deceased’s soul, Kassim said the late Chief Imam would be greatly missed by Muslim faithful, saying he was “a role model to all”.

READ ALSO: Catholic Church confirms abduction of priest in Kaduna

In his condolence message, the Emir of Jema’a, Muhammad Isa Muhammad II, described the death of Adam as a huge loss to the emirate and to the people of the southern part of Kaduna State.

The late Chief Imam was survived by 26 children, 290 grandchildren, and over 200 great-grandchildren.

TheStar

Segun Ojo

Recent Posts

Student’s killing: I drugged her, spent ransom on betting — Ogun teacher

The Ogun State Police Command has arrested a 30-year-old private school teacher, Nathaniel Baiyegun, over…

1 hour ago

Tinubu secures landslide victory in Abia APC presidential primaries

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has emerged as the winner of the All Progressives Congress (APC)…

2 hours ago

Nigeria’s borders secure against Ebola threat — NIS

The Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS) has dismissed concerns that the country’s land borders could serve…

2 hours ago

Ohaji group petitions Tinubu, Uzodinma over APC Reps ticket dispute

A socio-political group, the Ohaji Patriotic Forum (OPF), has appealed to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu,…

11 hours ago

Hull City promoted to Premier League for first time in 9 years

Hull City were promoted to the Premier League after a 1-0 win over Middlesbrough in…

11 hours ago

Police rescue 12 kidnapped passengers, intensify search for others in Ondo

The operatives of the Ondo State Police Command have rescued 12 passenger abducted by gunmen…

12 hours ago

This website uses cookies.