11/09/2025
33 Years After the Death of Sheikh Abubakar Gumi
By Abubakar Bashir Adam Yakasai
Today marks exactly 33 years since the passing of the renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Abubakar Mahmud Gumi. This day reminds Nigerians and the Muslim world of the great contributions he made in spreading knowledge, reforming society, and standing firmly against ignorance both at home and abroad.
Sheikh Gumi, who was born in Gusau, became a towering figure in Islamic scholarship. He combined deep understanding of the Qur’an, Hadith, and jurisprudence, and served as the Chief Imam of the Kaduna Central Mosque. He was widely respected for his sermons, which were delivered with wisdom and calmness, leading many people to embrace the true teachings of Islam.
He was known for his honesty, courage, and clarity in issuing fatwas and giving counsel. Sheikh Gumi consistently urged both leaders and the masses to uphold justice and truth. As a devout scholar and patriot, he was seen as a shield for Islam in Nigeria.
His legacy lives on through his numerous works, books, lectures, and the thousands of students he mentored, many of whom continue to spread his teachings across mosques, schools, and the media.
Sheikh Abubakar Gumi passed away on September 11, 1992, leaving behind a huge vacuum in the hearts of Muslims, especially in Nigeria. Yet, his memory and teachings remain deeply rooted in the minds of those who benefited from his wisdom.
Today, 33 years after his demise, Muslims and Nigerians at large still remember him as a teacher, a reformer, and a pillar of Islamic scholarship.
May Allah have mercy on his soul and grant him Jannah as his eternal abode.