The Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned Nigerian Muslim scholar and preacher, Sheikh Muyideen Ajani Bello. He described the death of the scholar, who he noted lived a fulfilled life, as a significant loss to the country, particularly to the Muslim community.
Sheikh Bello passed away on Friday at the age of 84.
In a statement issued on Friday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, Governor Sanwo-Olu said the late Sheikh Bello left an indelible mark on the Muslim community and his followers worldwide. He noted that the revered scholar would be greatly missed.
The governor also extended his condolences to the family of the deceased, Muslim faithful, friends, and the wider Muslim community across the country on the demise of the eminent Islamic cleric.
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“Sheikh Alhaji Muyideen Ajani Bello lived a fulfilled life. He dedicated himself to serving the people and promoting Islam. His passing is a profound loss, but we take solace in the exemplary life he lived and the enduring legacy he left behind.
“On behalf of my family, the people, and the Government of Lagos State, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the immediate family, friends, associates, and the entire Muslim community on the passing of elder statesman and Islamic scholar, Sheikh Alhaji Muyideen Ajani Bello, at the age of 84.
“The late Sheikh Alhaji Muyideen Ajani Bello will always be remembered for his sacrifices, unwavering commitment to the propagation of Islam, honesty, dignity, harmony, and his contributions to the moral development of our people,” the governor said.
“I pray that Allah grants the late Sheikh Alhaji Muyideen Ajani Bello Aljannah Firdaus and gives his family and loved ones the strength to bear this irreparable loss,” he added.
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