The Muslim community in Alfeti, a rural settlement in Ankpa Local Government Area of Kogi state, announced the death of Sheikh Mustapha Kamal Ahmad, who served as the chief imam of the town. Community members released a condolence message on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, describing the loss as deeply felt across the Muslim Ummah.
Sheikh Mustapha Kamal Ahmad's Legacy
In the statement, community members said Sheikh Ahmad dedicated his life to the propagation of Islam, offering religious guidance and instruction to Muslims in and around the Alfeti area. His students, followers and the broader Muslim community were singled out as those who would carry the memory of his work, with members describing his life as a testament to knowledge, faith, teaching and service to Islam and humanity.
The condolence message stated that his contributions as both a religious teacher and a community leader left a lasting impression on those who came under his guidance. Beyond marking his passing, the statement included prayers for God to forgive the scholar's shortcomings, accept his good deeds, and grant him the highest rank in paradise. The message also asked that his grave be illuminated and widened. Prayers were equally offered for his family, students and followers, with the community asking for strength and patience as they grieve.
Sheikh Ahmad Mourned Across Ankpa
Reacting to Sheikh Ahmad's death, prominent Ankpa indigene and entrepreneur Sanusi Abdul Sanusi described the cleric's passing as "not only a great loss to his family and the Muslim Ummah in Ankpa, but also to all those who benefited from his counsel, prayers and profound understanding of the religion."
Sanusi's message, shared on his verified Facebook account, partly read: "Sheikh Mustapha Kamal Ahmad may have departed this world, but his teachings, legacy and the lives he touched will continue to speak for him. May Allah grant him eternal rest."
Earlier Loss of Ilorin Chief Imam
This death follows the earlier passing of the chief imam of Ilorin, Sheikh Muhammad Bashir Saliu, whose death was confirmed by the cleric's chief secretary, Abdulazeez Arowona. According to him, the respected Islamic scholar died after decades of dedicated service to Islam and the Ilorin Emirate.
