President Ibrahim Mohamed Solih has said that the late Mohamed Zahir was an honest and loyal man with exemplary character.

The President conveyed his condolences on the passing away of public figure, Mohamed Zahir. He expressed that he is deeply saddened by the news of passing.

The message of the President stated that Mohamed Zahir had served the nation, state and leaders with honest and sincere services and notably exemplary character for over 63 years. He expressed his and the Maldivian government’s sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mohamed Zahir  at this sad time.

Funeral Prayers of Mohamed Zahir are to be held tomorrow, 17 March 2019 after Isha prayers at Islamic Center. Farewell rites are to be held tomorrow after Asr prayers at Aa Shara Miskiy.