The Supreme Council of Tijaniyya Worldwide, representing more than 400 million members across the globe, has mourned the passing of Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, the former leader of the Tijaniyya Islamic organisation in Nigeria, during a condolence visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
The delegation, drawn from Algeria, Nigeria and Senegal, also included members of the Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi Foundation led by Khalifa Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi.
The Khalifa of Tijaniyya in Algeria, Sheikh Ali Bin Arabi, delivered the condolence message to President Tinubu at the State House in Abuja.
Sheikh Ali Bin Arabi described Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi as a respected Islamic leader whose influence extended beyond Nigeria and prayed for the continued strengthening of ties among members of the Tijaniyya movement across Africa.
“We will continue to pray for the sustenance of the spiritual relationship between Nigeria and Algeria,” he said.
He also prayed for peace and unity in Nigeria, as well as for the good health of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
In his response, President Tinubu thanked the delegation for the condolence visit. He said: “We miss our father, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi. He was a beloved father and a great leader.
President Tinubu commended the Tijaniyya Movement for its spiritual activities.
“I respect you for what you are doing for Islam across Africa and the whole world. May God continue to guide you.”
Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi passed away on November 26, 2025, at 98.
