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Deputy Senate President Mourns Prominent Islamic Scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi
Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I. Jibrin, has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of the distinguished Islamic scholar, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, who died in the early hours of Thursday.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Alhaji Ismail Mudashir, Senator Barau described the death of Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi as “a huge vacuum that will be difficult to fill,” praising the scholar’s decades-long dedication to Islam, humanity, and the global Muslim community.
He noted that the revered scholar and spiritual leader touched the lives of millions within Nigeria and across the world through his teachings, scholarship, and exemplary conduct.
“I mourn the passing of our renowned Islamic scholar and leader, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi — a great icon of Islamic scholarship whose light shone on millions of Muslims across Nigeria and beyond.
“Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi’s lifetime of service, his dedication to the Qur’an, tireless preaching, spiritual leadership of the Tijaniyya movement, and efforts in establishing Qur’anic schools and humanitarian initiatives transformed lives and strengthened the faith of generations.
“His scholarship and unwavering commitment to advancing Islamic education and moral values were a source of inspiration to millions. He was more than a scholar — he was a father, teacher, and guide to many,” he said.
Senator Barau, who also serves as the First Deputy Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, extended his heartfelt sympathies to the family of the deceased, his students, the Muslim Ummah, and all who benefited from his teachings and spiritual guidance.
He prayed to Allah (SWT) to forgive the scholar’s shortcomings, grant him the highest place in Jannatul Firdaus, and console his family and followers.