The Islamic Republic of Iran has lost its top diplomat, Hussein Ali Doosti. Until his death Mr Doosti was the Cultural Counsellor of Iran in Nigeria.
Mr Doosti passed away suddenly yesterday in the afternoon in a hospital in Abuja He was reportedly in good health in the morning but was rushed to the hospital when he reportedly complained of chest discomfort.
He was however declared dead a few hours later. His body is expected to be repatriated to Iran for burial according to Islamic rites.
The circumstances surrounding his death are still unclear, and the Iranian Embassy in Abuja hasn’t made an official statement yet. However, condolence messages have been pouring in from various embassies, religious groups, and scholars, particularly the Shia community, indicating Doosti’s significant impact on cultural and diplomatic relations.
These tributes highlight Doosti’s significant impact on cultural and diplomatic relations between Iran and Nigeria. As a cultural counselor, he played a vital role in fostering cross-cultural understanding and cooperation, navigating complex cultural dynamics, and promoting positive relations between the two countries.
His exceptional and professional contributions to promoting Iranian culture and values in Nigeria wil be remembered for a long time and his legacy as a dedicated diplomat will live on.
It’s worth noting that cultural counselors like Doosti play a crucial role in fostering cross-cultural understanding and cooperation. Their work often involves navigating complex cultural dynamics, similar to the challenges faced by counselors in Nigeria who deal with diverse cultural backgrounds and values
May his soul rest in Firdausi
May his soul rest in peace….!
May Allah SWT makes him amongst the inheritors of Jannatul Firdausi.
Ameen, tsuma Ameen!