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On November 26, 2025, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, the former leader of the Tijaniyya Islamic organization in Nigeria, passed away at the age of 98. The Supreme Council of Tijaniyya Worldwide, representing over 400 million members worldwide, has expressed condolences to President Bola Tinubu over the passing of the revered cleric. A delegation from the council, comprising members from Algeria, Nigeria, and Senegal, paid their respects to President Tinubu at the State House in Abuja.
The delegation included the Khalifa of Tijaniyya in Algeria, Sheikh Ali Bin Arabi, who delivered the condolence message. Sheikh Ali Bin Arabi acknowledged the historical relationship between Nigeria and Algeria, emphasizing the spiritual bond between the two nations. In response to the delegation's visit, President Tinubu expressed his deep sorrow over the loss of Sheikh Bauchi, referring to him as a beloved father and great leader.
The President also praised the Tijaniyya movement for its spiritual contributions across Africa and the world, requesting divine guidance for the organization's future endeavors.
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