Breaking: Saudi Arabia Appoints New Grand Mufti, Details Emerge
- The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, made a new appointment a day after mourning
- Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Humaid has been appointed as the new Grand Mufti of the Kingdom and Head of the Senior Council of Scholars
- Humaid's appointment is coming hours after the death of the former Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah bin Mohammed Al-Sheikh
Legit.ng journalist Adekunle Dada has over 8 years of experience covering metro, government policy, and international issues
Saudi Arabia - The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on Wednesday, September 24, 2025, appointed Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Humaid as the new Grand Mufti of the Kingdom.
The Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques also appointed Humaid as the Head of the Senior Council of Scholars.
Source: Twitter
Legit.ng recalls that Saudi Arabia confirmed the death of Grand Mufti Sheikh Abdulaziz bin Abdullah bin Mohammed Al-Sheikh.
The deceased is a towering figure who served as the Kingdom’s highest religious authority and shaped Islamic jurisprudence for decades.
As reported by Inside the Haramain, the Royal Court will announce Humaid’s appointment imminently.
“Sources told Inside the Haramain that Sheikh Dr. Saleh bin Humaid has been appointed Grand Mufti of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Head of the Senior Council of Scholars by the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, the Royal Court will announce imminently.”
Reactions as Saudi appoints new Grand Mufti
@adibgoesabroad
Congratulations to the newly appointed Grand Mufti, His Eminence Dr. Saleh Al Humaid.
@JimmaJifar
Congratulations to the Honourable Sheikh bin Humaid.
May Allah bless him and guide him in this appointment and position to be a blessing to us all in the Ummah.
@bbzango
Allahu Akbar!
Maa Shaa Allah; may Allah SWT make it easy for him throughout his tenure.
@CrustyThehot
Why not Al-Fawzān?
Who is the Grand Mufti?
The Grand Mufti is the most senior and most influential Muslim religious and legal authority in Saudi Arabia.
The king appoints the holder of the position.
Whoever occupies the position is the head of the Permanent Committee for Islamic Research and Issuing Fatwas.
What is Saudi Arabia known for?
The Kingdom. The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia is renowned as the birthplace of Islam and home to its two holiest cities, Mecca and Medina. Governed by a monarchy, the nation plays a pivotal role in global energy markets due to its vast oil reserves. Riyadh serves as the capital and political centre.
In recent years, Saudi Arabia has embarked on ambitious reforms under Vision 2030, aiming to diversify its economy and modernise society while maintaining its deep-rooted cultural and religious traditions.
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The controversial Islamic cleric shared details of what happened and the reason he was barred from participating in the religious rites.
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Source: Legit.ng
