It is with a heavy heart that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu receives the news of the passing of His Eminence, Sheikh Abdul-Hafeez Aṣhamu Abou, Baba Adinni of Lagos and Chairman of the Executive Council of Lagos Central Mosque.
President Tinubu condoles with Baba’s family, the Muslim community in Lagos, as well as the Lagos State Government over this very sad loss.
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The President celebrates the inspiring legacy of service, duty, and sacrifice of Baba, who passed away at 100 years old, noting his extraordinary contributions to the Muslim Ummah, Lagos State, and beyond.
![[Full Speech] Broadcast By His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President And Commander-In-Chief Of The Armed Forces Of The Federal Republic Of Nigeria, On The Nationwide Protest](https://insightnaijatv.com.ng/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/President-Tinubu-And-Service-Chiefs-Insightnaijatv.png "[Full Speech] Broadcast By His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu, President And Commander-In-Chief Of The Armed Forces Of The Federal Republic Of Nigeria, On The Nationwide Protest")
“Baba dedicated his life to the service of the people. He lived a full life guided by the highest and noblest moral codes. He was a fine example for all of us. He will be sorely missed. We should take solace in Baba’s legacy and uphold his values of honesty, dignity, and sacrifice,” the President says.
President Tinubu prays that Almighty Allah grant Baba the highest station in Al-Jannah Firdaus.
Chief Ajuri Ngelale
Special Adviser to the President
(Media & Publicity)
January 10, 2024
