News
Ilorin Chief Imam, Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Saliu, passes away at 75
The Chief Imam of Ilorin, Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Saliu, is dead. He passed away at the age of 75.
The death of the respected Islamic cleric was confirmed on Monday by a reliable source at the Emir’s palace in Ilorin.
Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Saliu was born in Ilorin, Kwara State, and devoted his entire life to Islamic scholarship and service to the Ilorin Emirate.
He spent many years learning and teaching Islamic knowledge, while also providing spiritual guidance to the Muslim community.
Through dedication, humility and deep religious knowledge, he rose to become one of the most influential Islamic leaders in Kwara State, earning respect within and outside the Ilorin Emirate.
He was appointed the 12th Chief Imam of the Ilorin Emirate in 1983, a position he held for over four decades.
Throughout his long tenure, the late Chief Imam was widely respected for his deep knowledge of Islamic teachings, firm leadership in religious affairs, and consistent advocacy for peace, unity, and religious tolerance among Muslims and the wider community.
Further details regarding his burial arrangements are expected to be announced by the Ilorin Emirate Council.
Follow Us on Google Discover
I think about Tinubu’s re-election everyday, if he loses, Atiku, Obi will deal with me – Wike
Kwankwaso arrives Port Harcourt ahead of 2027 election
Uber announces exit from Nigeria after 12 years
Wike sets 2027 deadline for completion of FCT projects
African Union to launch credit rating agency October 7
Tinubu’s ‘dictatorship’ may end Nigeria’s democracy, SDP’s Adebayo warns
UEFA unveils special debut patches for UCL debutants
Nigeria records 14 fresh Lassa Fever cases – NCDC
NDA publishes 78th regular combatant course admission list
NAF opens 2026 recruitment for tradesmen, non-tradesmen
Five suspects arrested as police recover stolen vehicles in Cross River
Lagos court remands 74-year-old cleric over alleged defilement of granddaughter
Tinubu faces fresh scrutiny as US firm engages Congress over heroin claims
2027: Gawuna’s camp romances APC despite being given Kano NDC Senatorial ticket
Don’t discuss Atiku’s NYSC certificate case against Tinubu in public – Judge warns lawyers
NAF opens 2026 recruitment for tradesmen, non-tradesmen
2027: I will review NELFUND, offer debt forgiveness to Nigerian students – Atiku vows
‘Why can’t Nigerians buy petrol for N441-N872 per litre like, UAE, Angola Sudi Arabia, others’ – Atiku questions Tinubu
On LG Autonomy: I will send funds directly to LGs from Day 1 in office – Atiku vows
Yuguda warns Nigerians against Atiku’s promise to restore fuel subsidy, says its a political bait
2027: APC chieftain resigns, rejects support for Tinubu, Bauchi Governorship candidate
Don’t discuss Atiku’s NYSC certificate case against Tinubu in public – Judge warns lawyers
Tinubu’s effort to secure Trump’s support for re-election has failed – Atiku’s lobbying firm claim
BREAKING: Lionel Messi retires from international football
Xenophobia: Nigeria will no longer tolerate dehumanisation of its citizens in South Africa — Shettima
North, biggest beneficiary of my reforms — Tinubu, Arewa Forum, others disagree
Nollywood hit by another loss as Atinuke Kareem dies after prolonged cancer battle
2027: Major Jack picked as Chinda’s running mate in Rivers
2027: Opposition coalition push for four-year ‘government of national competence’ plan
