The Lagos State Government has sent condolences to the family of Sheikh Abdul-Hafeez Abou, Baba Adinni of Lagos and Chairman of the Executive Council of Lagos Central Mosque.
The message sent by Bode Agoro the Head of Service Lagos State on behalf of the Lagos State Government say the news was received as a rude shock and with a heavy heart.
Emphasizing that the Late Sheikh was a renowned Islamic scholar and one of the topmost Islamic clerics in Nigeria, “Sheikh Abdul-Hafeez Abou was dedicated to the propagation of the gospel of Allah (SWT) not only in Nigeria but also throughout the whole world. He was a role model to many Islamic faithful including clerics and leaders. He also contributed to national development and peaceful co-existence in the country”
The Message went on to state that Sheikh Abdul Hafez Abou made exceptional contributions to the Muslim community in Lagos State and beyond are a legacy that will, no doubt, stand the test of time. While taking solace in the quality of the remarkable life of moral integrity, discipline, selfless service and sacrifice lived by the late Baba Adinni.
Adding that we can only trust in Allah (SWT) to keep and abide with all members of his family and the Muslim community during this time and beyond.
Commiserating with the family and Muslim community in Lagos and Nigeria for this irreplaceable loss at this grieving time but urging Nigerians to view this as a celebration of a century and one year of a life well spent.
Praying that the Almighty Allah (SWT)will grant the late Baba Adinni Al-Janat Firdaus.