Bugiri– His Eminence Dr. Sheikh Shaban Ramadhan Mubaje, the Mufti of Uganda, has implored Muslim faithful never to go to bed without writing their personal wills, as guided by Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
He emphasized that writing a will is not a bad omen, as it is traditionally perceived in some communities, but rather a guiding document that can help resolve pertinent issues concerning a deceased person’s family and property.
This was part of the Mufti’s brief spiritual nourishment address delivered to attentive congregants who had gathered for memorial prayers (Duwa) organized by the family of the late Sheikh Ishaaq Yusuf Naminya. The prayers were dedicated to his soul and were held at his ancestral home in Bulume Village, Busowa Trading Centre in Bugiri District Local Government on Saturday, March 28, 2026.
The late Sheikh Naminya was a prominent and long-serving member of the UMSC Majlis Al-Ulama (Committee of Eminent Sheikhs), a body mandated by the UMSC Constitution, among other duties, to select the Mufti. At the time of his passing in early January 2026, he had retired and was incorporated into the Shura Council, which comprises elders responsible for advisory and counseling roles to incumbent Muslim leaders.
The event attracted many Muslim leaders at different levels, including members of the UMSC National Management Committee, the General Assembly, and Majlis Al-Ulama. Also in attendance was Dr. Sheikh Muhammad Hussein Bbowa, the Busoga Muslim Regional Assistant to the Mufti, as well as District Kadhis from Bugisu and the host Bugiri Muslim District, among others.
In his sermon, the Mufti preached the word of Allah and reminded the faithful to remain conscious of their purpose in life, noting that human existence is part of the divine plan to worship Allah, and that death is inevitable.
“So be among the rest of Allah’s creatures that constantly glorify Him and practice His will,” he preached.
He further hailed the late Sheikh Naminya for his unwavering support towards UMSC, noting that his tremendous efforts enabled the Council to attain its current achievements. He urged Muslims to emulate his example.
The Mufti concluded by calling on Muslims to intensify efforts in educating the younger generation to ensure continuity of the community.
Earlier, other key personalities delivered religious reminders, including His Eminence Sheikh Muhammad Ali Waiswa, the Deputy Mufti. He quoted verses from the Holy Qur’an, urging the children of the deceased not to grieve excessively, but to live righteously as the only way they will be reunited in eternal life.
Other speakers included Sheikh Isa Juma Mangahya, a member of Majlis Al-Ulama; Sheikh Khatwiibu Mukuluwakiika, a Shura Council member; and Sheikh Ahmad Isa Masaba, the Kadhi of Bugisu. Each shared words of wisdom from the Holy Qur’an, reminding believers to live within the realm of spirituality.
