Sheikh AbdurRazzaq Yahaya Haifan was a person of exemplary qualities and achievement. He was in northern Nigeria, and was a renowned Islamic scholar, whose teachings had a major influence on the lives of many people.
He also traveled extensively, teaching the principles of Allah both within Nigeria and abroad, notably to Saudi Arabia and Egypt. With knowledge came an unwavering faith in Allah, which shaped Sheikh AbdurRazzaq Yahaya Haifan’s every action and thinking. He was known to be of a saintly disposition, venerated by both Muslims and non-Muslims alike.
Although respected as a teacher and a scholar, Sheikh AbdurRazzaq Yahaya Haifan is perhaps best known for his selfless service to the community and his advocacy for justice and equality. He was an unwavering voice on issues such as poverty, healthcare, and education, and championed the needs of the poor and the disadvantaged. By his generosity in providing food and shelter to the destitute, he earned the love and admiration of the people he served.
Above all, Sheikh AbdurRazzaq Yahaya Haifan held an unswerving commitment to the principles of Islam. He was a great proponent of Islamic jurisprudence, and his religious knowledge was highly sought-after by Islamic scholars, especially those born into disadvantaged communities. He stressed the importance of leading a virtuous life in accordance with the teachings of Quran and Sunnah.
