In a facebook post Akbar's restaurant said:
"Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un
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"Surely to Allah we belong and to Him we will all return.
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Shabir Hussain, founder of Akbars Restaurant Group.
All restaurants will now be closed and will reopen on Friday 18th October at 5pm.
Please remember Shabir Hussain in your prayers. May Allah (SWT) grant him the highest rank in Jannah and bring peace and strength to his family during this difficult time."
Rate My Takeaway's Danny Malin pays tribute.
