• vows to Restore Games Village Eid Ground
By Umar Usman Duguri
Bauchi State Governor, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Mohammed, has extended his condolences to the family and followers of the late Sheikh Dr. Idris Abdulaziz Dutsen Tanshi, a highly respected Islamic scholar who passed away recently.
Leading a delegation of top government officials,Mohammed visited the family to offer his sympathies on behalf of himself, his family, the Government, and the people of Bauchi State.
He described the late Sheikh as a fearless preacher who was committed to the true teachings of Islam, justice, and the rule of law. He acknowledged that the state had lost a voice of wisdom, learning, and spiritual guidance.
Mohammed prayed to Almighty Allah to grant Sheikh Idris Abdulaziz Aljannatul Firdaus and to comfort the bereaved family with the strength to endure the loss.
In a significant gesture,Mohammed pledged to restore the Games Village Eid Ground for the benefit of the mosque and the late scholar’s followers.
He, however, declared that he had forgiven all past misunderstandings between him and the deceased.
Responding on behalf of the family and the Muslim community, Malam Yau and Alhaji Shehu Barau Ningi expressed deep appreciation for the Governor’s visit and his compassionate words.
Shehu Barau Ningi further reiterated the importance of the Games Village Eid Ground, noting it was a longstanding request of the late Sheikh.
The Demise of the renowned Islamic scholar marks a historical gathering of thousands people from within and outside the state while president Tinubu, Atiku Abubakar and prominent citizens also send their condolences.
