Muslims urged to hold special prayers as leaders eulogise Chief Kadhi
Nyanza
By
James Omoro
| Jul 10, 2025
The Muslim community has been urged to hold special prayers following the death of Chief Kadhi Sheikh Abdulhalim Hussein Athman.
The Supreme Council of Kenya Muslims (SUPKEM) Secretary in Homa Bay County, Abdul Masud, has called on all Muslims to hold special prayers for the late Kadhi during their prayer sessions.
Masud said the Kadhi's death is a setback not only to Muslims but to Kenyans as a whole.
"As Muslims, the Kadhi's demise is a serious loss to us. He used to play a significant role for Kenyans in various capacities, including being a member of the Judiciary. His demise is a loss for the entire country," Masud said.
He noted that the country had lost a leader who was committed to preaching peace.
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"Peace is a very important aspect of co-existence among various ethnic and religious groups in our country. We have lost a leader who supported peace in Kenya," Masud said.
Leaders in the area, led by Homa Bay Governor Gladys Wanga, condoled with Muslims over the death of the Kadhi.
"We join the Muslim community and the nation in mourning the loss of Chief Kadhi Hussein, who passed away," Wanga said.
She described the Kadhi as a leader who championed equitable justice through judicial reforms.
"We have lost a humble and transformative leader who championed unity, judicial reforms, and equitable justice, particularly for women and children in Kadhi courts in Kenya," Wanga said.
She prayed for God's solace for the late Kadhi's family and Muslims.
"I extend my deepest condolences to his family, the Muslim community, and all Kenyans. May his legacy of service, integrity, and bridge-building leadership endure," Wanga added.