JUST IN: Prominent Madabo Scholar, Malam Kabiru, Dies at 80

A prominent Islamic scholar from Madabo, Kano State, Malam Kabiru, has passed away at the age of 80.

Family sources confirmed that the revered cleric died on Thursday evening after a brief illness.

According to the family announcement, his funeral prayer will be held on Friday at 10 a.m. at Kofar Kudu.

Malam Kabiru was renowned for his vast knowledge of Islamic scholarship and his lifelong dedication to teaching and guiding students in the Madabo community.