Breaking: Chief Imam of Ilorin is dead

Imam Bashir Soliu, the Chief Imam of Ilorin, has passed away.

The death of the revered Islamic scholar was confirmed on Monday.

Born in Ilorin, Kwara State, Sheikh Bashir Soliu rose through years of dedicated Islamic scholarship and service to become one of the most influential religious leaders in the state.

He served as the 12th Chief Imam of the Ilorin Emirate, a position he held for over four decades following his appointment in 1983.

Throughout his long reign, the late Chief Imam was widely known for his deep understanding of Islamic teachings, firm leadership in religious affairs, and consistent advocacy for peace, unity, and religious tolerance among Muslims and the wider society.

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