Usman Idris Kusfa

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Usman Idris Kusfa (died 2 February 2026), popularly known as Rigi-Rigi, was a Nigerian Islamic cleric based in Zaria, Kaduna State. He was widely recognized for his teachings in Islam and for his influence on social media platforms where he shared religious knowledge. [1] [2]

Career

Kusfa emerged as a prominent Islamic cleric in Zaria, Kaduna State, where he became widely known for his religious guidance and sermons. [3] [4] He was a senior figure in the community and attracted numerous followers who attended his lectures and teachings. His influence extended beyond local circles through social media platforms, where he shared Islamic teachings and guidance. [5] [6]

He was recognized for his contributions to Islamic education in northern Nigeria and for mentoring students and younger clerics. Kusfa balanced his religious work with family life, being survived by four wives and 37 children. [7]

Kusfa passed away on 2 February 2026 after battling an illness. His funeral prayers were held in Kusfa, Zaria City, and were attended by local leaders, students, and community members, reflecting his status as a respected Islamic scholar. [8] [9]

References

  1. Report, Agency (2 February 2026). "JUST IN: Prominent Islamic cleric Sheikh 'Rigi-Rigi' Kusfa dies at 57". Punch Newspapers. Retrieved 3 February 2026.
  2. Ramalan, Ibrahim (2 February 2026). "Popular Zaria Islamic cleric, Rigi-Rigi, is dead". Daily Nigerian. Retrieved 3 February 2026.
  3. Sani, Najib (2 February 2026). "Popular Islamic cleric, Sheikh Rigi-rigi, is dead". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. Retrieved 3 February 2026.
  4. Fagge, Auwal Hassan (2 February 2026). "NAHCON ta sha alwashin fara shirye-shiryen aikin Hajjin bana a kan lokaci". Freedom Radio Nigeria. Retrieved 3 February 2026.
  5. "https://www.bbc.com/hausa/articles/cg7yk3eplygo". BBC News Hausa (in Hausa). 2 February 2026. Retrieved 3 February 2026.{{cite web}}: External link in |title= (help)
  6. David-Kings, James; admin (2 February 2026). "Sheikh Rigi-Rigi: Cleric, Teacher, and Social Media Phenomenon Who Bridged Tradition and a Digital Age". Arbiterz. Retrieved 3 February 2026.
  7. Ogunsemore, John (2 February 2026). "Islamic cleric 'Rigi Rigi' dies at 57, leaves 4 wives, 37 kids". The Sun Nigeria. Retrieved 3 February 2026.
  8. Oduah, Henry (2 February 2026). "Islamic cleric Sheikh 'Rigi-Rigi' Kusfa dies at 57". Vanguard News. Retrieved 3 February 2026.
  9. https://leadership.ng/popular-islamic-cleric-sheikh-usman-kusfa-rigi-rigi-dies-at-57/