BY AHMED AKANBI
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has commiserated with the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN) over the death of its Secretary General, Malam Nafiu Baba-Ahmed.
Baba-Ahmed died on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the age of 70.
In a condolence statement on Thursday, MURIC Founder and Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, described him as a famous, influential and highly respected Islamic scholar.
He said the late SCSN scribe was a detribalised Nigerian who maintained friendships across the country.
”He was frank, fearless and deeply committed to justice and fairness,” Akintola said.
According to MURIC, Baba-Ahmed devoted his life to the service of Islam and humanity and was known for generosity, piety and willingness to assist others even at personal inconvenience.
”MURIC commiserates with the leadership of the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria as well as the entire Muslim Ummah. He will be missed by all,” he said.
The group prayed Allah to forgive the deceased and grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus, and give his family fortitude to bear the loss.