Breaking: Tinubu Gains Spiritual Backing, Video Surfaces
- A delegation from the Tijaniyya Supreme Council visited President Bola Ahmed Tinubu at the State House in Abuja to mourn Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi
- Representatives from Algeria, Nigeria, and Senegal attended the visit and offered prayers for peace and good health for the president
- President Tinubu paid tribute to the late Sheikh and commended the Tijaniyya Movement for promoting Islam across Africa and the world
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FCT, Abuja - The Supreme Council of the Tijaniyya worldwide has prayed for President Bola Tinubu, asking God to grant him good health, peace, and continued guidance in leading Nigeria.
The prayers were offered during a condolence visit to President Tinubu at the State House in Abuja, according to a statement released on Friday, August 7, by Sunday Dare, the Nigerian leader's special adviser on media and public communications, and seen by Legit.ng. The delegation had come to commiserate with the president over the death of renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi.
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Tijaniyya prays for Tinubu
The visiting group included representatives of the Tijaniyya Supreme Council from Algeria, Nigeria, and Senegal, alongside members of the Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi Foundation. Khalifa-Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi led the foundation's contingent.
Speaking for the delegation, Sheikh Ali Bin Arabi, the Khalifa of Tijaniyya from Algeria, offered condolences to Tinubu over the loss of Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, describing the late cleric as a significant religious leader. He also pointed to the deep ties between Nigeria and Algeria, noting their shared social and economic interests.
"We will continue to pray for the sustenance of the spiritual relationship between Nigeria and Algeria," Sheikh Ali said.
Furthermore, he prayed for "peace and love in Nigeria, physical and spiritual health" for President Tinubu.
Tinubu pays tribute to Dahiru Bauchi
In his response, Tinubu thanked the delegation for the visit and spoke warmly about the late Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi.
"We miss our father, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi. He was a beloved father and a great leader," the president said.
Tinubu also praised the Tijaniyya Movement for the work it continues to do in spreading Islam across the continent and beyond.
"I respect you for what you are doing for Islam across Africa and the whole world. May God continue to guide you," he added.
Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, who served as the leader of the Tijaniyya Islamic organisation in Nigeria, died on November 26, 2025. He was 98 years old.
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