The Muslim Congress (TMC) joins the rest of the nation in mourning the death of the former Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Prince Abdul-Jabbar Bola Ajibola, who died on April 9.
The congress’ Amir, Alhaji AbdulWasiu Taiwo Bangbala, in a statement, described the deceased as an ideal example for public officials.
Prince Ajibola, he said, demonstrated fervid generosity of spirit and was such an impassioned statesman who belongs to a typical golden generation of Nigerians renowned for their patriotic zeal and unstinting standards of humanity.
“The sheer benevolence he demonstrated during active days in public service is a stark reflection of the teachings of his Islamic inclination. It is on record that he gave every kobo of his salaries as a public servant to charitable causes,” he said.
“The Muslim Congress celebrates the life of Prince Abdul-Jabbar Bola Ajibola, a devout Muslim who dedicated his life to promoting improved welfare for Muslims. A man of great faith, humility and compassion with an unwavering commitment to the cause of the Muslim Ummah. He advocated religious harmony and peaceful co-existence among Muslims and people of other faiths. This desire of his would later catalyse the founding of the Islamic Mission for Africa (IMA), an institution established to further engender harmonious co-existence through the means of socialisation and education. The crowning glory of the IMA endeavour was the establishment of Crescent University which, today, is one of the leading private universities in Nigeria. Our departed icon has, indeed, left indelible footprints in educational, professional, religious and various spheres of human endeavour.
“Even in death, Prince Ajibola’s exemplary dedication to justice and fairness will remain an inspiration to Nigerians and generations to come. Everyone impacted by his exemplary life will continue to treasure his memory. To his immediate family and the nation at large we extend our heartfelt condolences over the loss of this illustrious son; a colossus,” Bangbala added.