Members of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria held a 7th-day prayer for the martyr, Ali Khamenei, at the residence of their leader, Ibrahim Zakzaky, in Abuja.
The prayer session, held on March brought together members and supporters of the movement who gathered to mourn and pray for the late Iranian leader.
In his address during the gathering, Sheikh Zakzaky said that after offering condolences on different occasions following the martyrdom of Imam Khamenei, it was important for members to continue remembering his legacy and contributions to the global Muslim community.
He described the late leader as a figure who dedicated his life to defending Islam and standing for the oppressed, urging followers to remain steadfast in the values and ideals he represented.
Participants at the event offered special prayers and reflections, emphasizing solidarity with the people of Iran and Muslims around the world, mourning the loss.
The prayer session forms part of a series of mourning activities organized by supporters of the Islamic Movement following the reported killing of Imam Khamenei, which has triggered mourning gatherings and demonstrations in several parts of the world.
Observers say such gatherings highlight the strong emotional and ideological ties between members of the Islamic Movement and the Iranian leadership, particularly in moments of major developments affecting the Muslim world.
