RENOWNED Islamic scholar in Kano, Sheikh Yusuf Ali (Sarkin Malaman Gaya), has died at the age of 73.
His death was announced by his politician son, Muslihu Yusuf Ali, in a Facebook post on Sunday night.
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Born in 1950 in Gaya town of Kano State, the late Islamic scholar began his legal career in 1974 as a Sharia Court Scribe, and rose through the ranks to become Chief Clerk, Assistant Registrar, Registrar, Upper Sharia Court Judge and Director at the Upper Sharia Court.
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He retired in 2009 and continued with Islamic teachings and offering spiritual healings.
His funeral (Jana’iza) will take place at his residence of Tudun Maliki quarters by 1:30pm Monday (today).
