January 19, 2026 2:57 pm
The Emir of Ilorin and Chairman of the Kwara State Traditional Rulers Council, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari CFR, has announced the death of the Chief Imam of Ilorin, Shaykh Muhammad Bashir Imam Solih OON.
In a condolence message issued on Monday by his Press Secretary, Dr Abdulazeez Arowona, the Emir conveyed the news of the cleric’s passing and his acceptance of Allah’s will.
According to multiple reports, the Imam passed away early Monday, aged 75.
He said: “Inna lillahi waina ilaehi roji’un, it is with total submission to the will of Almighty Allah that we receive the news of the demise of the 12th Chief of Ilorin, Shaykh Muhammad Bashir Imam Solih Onida OON
Speaking further on the personal qualities and character of the late Chief Imam, the Emir described his attributes and the impact of his death on the Ilorin Emirate.
He said: “He was a cleric with unique features, intelligence, honesty, loyalty, dedication, and tolerance.
“His demise has caused us in Ilorin Emirate great sadness of no particular measure.
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