The Adamawa State Muslim Council has announced the passing of Modibbo Abubakar Iya Wuro Yombe, a respected Islamic cleric in Yola, who died on Friday, October 9, 2026, after a brief illness. The council expressed profound sorrow over the loss of the cleric, acknowledging it as part of the divine will, and recited the Islamic phrase, "Inna lillahi wa inna ilaihi raji'un," which translates to "Indeed, we belong to Allah and indeed to Him we shall return."

Modibbo Abubakar was a prominent figure within the Muslim community, having held various leadership positions throughout his life. He served as the first vice chairman of the Yola South Local Government Branch of the Adamawa State Muslim Council and was the Murshid of Jama'atu Nasril Islam in the same region. His contributions to the community extended to chairing the Sulhu Committee of the Yola South Muslim Council and serving as the first deputy imam of Dodore Juma'a Mosque.

His funeral prayer is scheduled to take place at the Dodore Mosque in Yola at 4:00 p.m. on the same day of his passing, immediately following the Asr prayer. The announcement was made to encourage members of the Muslim community and others who wish to pay their final respects to attend the service.

The death of Modibbo Abubakar marks a significant loss for the religious institutions and organizations he was affiliated with, as he played a crucial role in guiding and supporting the Muslim community in Adamawa State. His legacy will be remembered by many who benefited from his leadership and teachings throughout his dedicated service.

As the community mourns, tributes are expected to pour in from various quarters, reflecting on the impact he had during his lifetime and the void his passing leaves in the hearts of his followers and the broader populace.