President William Ruto has led the country in the mourning of Chief Kadhi Sheikh Abdulhalim Hussein, who passed away on Thursday.

In a statement shared by the Head of State, he described the custodian of the Islamic Sharia as a devoted man who gave his life to the service of humanity and led the Muslim faithful with unwavering dedication, humility, and wisdom.

Additionally, Ruto stated that Abdulhalim will be remembered for his great works as a scholar who was committed to justice.  ''We join the Muslim community in mourning the passing of Chief Kadhi Sheikh Abdulhalim Hussein.

Sheikh Abdulhalim devoted his life to the service of humanity and led the Muslim faithful with unwavering dedication, humility, and wisdom,'' Ruto stated.  Adding that, ''We pray that Allah brings comfort to his family and the entire Muslim community at this time of sorrow.