The Fidau prayer for the late Islamic singer, Alhaja Rukayat Gawat-Oyefeso, has been scheduled to happen on Tuesday, October 1, 2024.
The prayer, an Islamic ceremony for the deceased, might be held following her passing on September 23, 2024, after a short sickness.
Rukayat, well-known for her charming voice and spiritual music that resonated with many within the Muslim neighborhood, was laid to relaxation in her husband’s hometown, Ijebu-Aiyepe, Ogun State, in accordance with Islamic rites.
Her household (Gawat) and her husband’s household (Oyefeso) have requested privateness as they finalise preparations for the Fidau and proceed to mourn her..
The announcement was made by her brother, Jubril Gawat, who’s a Senior Particular Assistant on New Media to the Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, on behalf of the Gawat and Oyefeso households.
He shared the put up on his official X and TikTok deal with on Thursday evening.
The singer died on Monday, September 23, 2024, after a short sickness.
She was 40 years previous.
The household expressed their deep sorrow whereas submitting to the Will of Almighty Allah (SWT).
“It’s with heavy hearts, however in complete submission to the Will of Almighty Allah (SWT) that we announce the passing of our beloved daughter, sister, spouse, and mom, Alhaja Rukayat Gawat-Oyefeso, who returned to Allah on Monday, September 23, 2024, after a short sickness.
“Fidau prayer might be held for her on Tuesday, October 1, 2024,” the assertion learn.
Household appreciates
Whereas acknowledging the impression of her passing on many, significantly her followers and the much less privileged whom she supported by way of her philanthropic work, the household requested that the general public respect their privateness throughout this era.
“We kindly ask that the household be allowed to proceed directing the ultimate rites,” the household urged.
The household additionally expressed appreciation for the outpouring of affection and assist acquired, emphasising the necessity for privateness throughout this troublesome time.
“We tremendously respect the overwhelming love and assist we’ve acquired throughout these troublesome instances. Nonetheless, we request that our privateness be fully revered this time as we grieve and discover the wanted energy to carry closure to this irreparable loss,” the assertion concluded.
Fidau
PUNCH On-line stories {that a} Fidau prayer is an Islamic prayer held for the deceased to hunt Allah’s mercy and forgiveness for his or her soul.
It sometimes happens days after burial and entails reciting Quranic verses and providing supplications. It serves to honour the deceased and supply consolation to the grieving household.