Thousands of citizens gathered in N'Djamena, Chad's capital, on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, to pay their respects to Sheikh Al-Quni Arabi Yunus, a prominent Islamic scholar who passed away on November 1, 2026, in Moscow, Russia, after a prolonged illness. The funeral prayer was led by the country's Grand Mufti, Sheikh Ahmed Al-Nour Muhammad Al-Hilu, at the deceased's residence in the Dqeil Riyad neighborhood.
Sheikh Al-Quni Arabi Yunus was a renowned figure in Chad's Islamic community, dedicating his life to Islamic education and the dissemination of Islamic sciences. Born in 1953 in the city of Atia, in the Batha region, he was raised in a family that valued Quranic education. He memorized the Quran under the tutelage of his father and other prominent scholars before devoting himself to studying Islamic jurisprudence and theology.
Throughout his life, Sheikh Al-Quni Arabi Yunus was committed to serving the Quran and Islamic education. His Quranic retreat, established in 1990, produced over 300 Quran memorizers. He also authored several manuscripts of the Quran in his own hand, following the Warsh recitation. His dedication to Islamic scholarship earned him a revered position in Chadian society.
The deceased's contributions to Islamic education and Quranic recitation are remarkable. He completed 5,315 recitations of the Quran and undertook over 101 pilgrimages to Mecca and Medina. His legacy includes shaping generations of Quran memorizers and promoting Islamic knowledge in Chad. The outpouring of mourners reflects his significant impact on the country's Islamic community.
The funeral procession was attended by prominent Islamic scholars, government officials, and members of the National Council for Islamic Affairs. The event showcased the esteem in which Sheikh Al-Quni Arabi Yunus was held by Chadians from various walks of life. His passing has left a void in the country's Islamic community.
Sheikh Al-Quni Arabi Yunus's commitment to Islamic scholarship and education has inspired many. His legacy continues to influence Islamic thought and education in Chad. The country's Islamic community will remember him for his tireless efforts to promote Quranic knowledge and Islamic values.
The Chadian government and Islamic community have lost a prominent figure. Sheikh Al-Quni Arabi Yunus's contributions to Islamic education and Quranic recitation will be remembered for years to come. His impact on Chad's Islamic community is undeniable, and his legacy will continue to inspire future generations.
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- Thousands of Chadians attended the funeral of Sheikh Al-Quni Arabi Yunus, a prominent Islamic scholar who dedicated his life to Islamic education and Quranic recitation.
