Islamic movement leader, His Eminence Sheikh Ibraheem Ya’qoub Zakzaky, has expressed condolences over the killing of prominent Qur’anic scho...
Islamic movement leader, His Eminence Sheikh Ibraheem Ya’qoub Zakzaky, has expressed condolences over the killing of prominent Qur’anic scholar and exegete, Hafiz Sheikh Yahaya Ibrahim Masussuka, who was reportedly shot dead alongside a visitor at his residence in Dutsin-Ma, Katsina State, on October 26, 2026.
In a condolence statement dated October 27, 2026, Sheikh Zakzaky described the incident as a great loss to the Muslim Ummah, admirers of the Prophet Muhammad (SAW), and those committed to peaceful coexistence in Nigeria.
He said Sheikh Masussuka made significant contributions to disseminating religious knowledge, promoting peace, and fostering religious harmony in the country.
Sheikh Zakzaky extended his condolences to the deceased scholar’s family, students, friends and associates, as well as the wider Muslim community and all those who valued peaceful coexistence.
He prayed that Allah would accept Sheikh Masussuka as a martyr, elevate his rank among the martyrs and grant him the highest level of Paradise.
The Islamic movement leader also prayed that Allah would expose those responsible for the killing and their supporters, both in this world and in the Hereafter.
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