The President of the Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria (SCSN) and Director of Sheikh Ibn Baz Shariah College, Sheikh Abdur Rasheed Hadiyyatullah, has been buried in his hometown, Iwo, Osun State, following his death at the age of 83.
The revered Islamic scholar passed away on Monday, April 28, 2025, after a brief illness.
His Janazah prayers were held at the premises of his Shariah college, drawing a large crowd of mourners, including residents, students, and Islamic leaders from across the country who gathered to honour his legacy.
Sheikh Hadiyyatullah was widely respected for his scholarly depth, moral uprightness, and unwavering commitment to justice and Islamic values.
Tributes have poured in from across the country. President Bola Tinubu, in a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, described the cleric as “a respected Islamic scholar who devoted his life to Islam and humanity,” recalling his firm stance and support during the 2023 elections.
Former President Muhammadu Buhari also mourned the cleric, describing him as “a beacon of compassion and spiritual rectitude,” and recalling their enduring friendship and the Sheikh’s consistent calls for peace.
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State hailed the late Sheikh as “a beacon of Islamic scholarship and an advocate for justice, tolerance, and unity,” affirming his vital role in promoting peaceful coexistence and Shariah principles.
Professor Ishaq Akintola, Executive Director of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), described Hadiyyatullah as “an energetic, bold and resourceful leader” committed to the well-being of Nigerian Muslims.
The passing of Sheikh Hadiyyatullah marks the end of an era for many in the Nigerian Muslim community, with his legacy of knowledge, leadership, and service set to endure for generations.
