Fazeel Ferouz honoured for exemplary service to Guyana

Bearing testimony to the calibre of person Al-Hajj Fazeel Mohamed Ferouz, AA, is, politicians, religious leaders, friends and family gathered on Sunday, October 1, 2017, at the Muslim Youth Organisation (MYO) in Woolford Avenue to honour him, for his outstanding and dedicated service to Islam and the Guyanese community at large.

In honouring Al-Hajj Fazeel, the MYO recognised one of Guyana’s most illustrious sons and one of the iconic figures of Islam in Guyana. “This is a man who did not just leave his mark on Islam in Guyana, he literally shaped it to what it is today, one of the largest religious groupings in Guyana. This is a man who for over four decades gave yeoman service to a cause he believed in, the upliftment of all Guyanese regardless of race or religion,” the MYO said.
The presence and tributes made by no less than former President Bharrat Jagdeo, former Minister Irfaan Ali, Pastor Ronald Mc Garrell, Wazir Baksh of the Guyana Islamic Trust, Shabir Hussein of the Muslim Youth League, and businessman Nazar Mohammed among countless others are testament to this.
The MYO noted that Al-Hajj Fazeel was among the pioneers in sending young Muslims to pursue studies in India, Pakistan, Syria, Libya, and Saudi Arabia. Additionally, Guyana, the Muslim community and particularly the Central Islamic Organisation of Guyana (CIOG) were being recognised globally by organisations across the Middle East, North America and Europe, which were contributing towards the upliftment of all Guyanese not just the Muslim community.
“Al-Hajj Fazeel acted as glue which held the Muslim community together. He was very much aware that our strength was our deepest source of unity. He was a keen proponent of interfaith dialogue aimed at promoting understanding, tolerance and appreciation of other religions.
“For many he was not just a leader but a father figure. Here is a man who came from humble beginnings, achieved greatness but never once lost the common touch. He was a man of profound depth, a teacher of Islam, a guide and a mentor to many. As a public figure he served and gave distinguished service. We must never forget that. He never quit struggling for a better life for all,” the MYO stated.
It noted that two words epitomise Al-Hajj Fazeel; altruistic and patient.
May Allah continue to bless Al-Hajj Fazeel Mohamed Ferouz, AA.