Sheikh Ibrahim seeks medical aid after vision loss

Sheikh Mohamed Ibrahim (Naifary), who spreads religious awareness and knowledge to the Maldivian citizens, has asked for public aid after his health worsened.

Sheikh Mohamed Ibrahim, from Lh. Naifaru has been ill for two to three years. He has been suffering from vision and function loss for years.

He has undergone an eye operation in 2019 and 2023 under doctor recommendations. However, the surgeries had no effect, with him proceeding to lose sight in both eyes.

Along with the loss of vision, he has experienced other medical issues, such as a bone tumor and heart problems.

With the Sheikh requesting for medical aid, the International Aid Campaign (IAC) has begun work to gather funds.

Ahmed Iqbal of IAC stated that the association wants to give Sheikh Mohamed Ibrahim quality medical treatment from a place that can offer as such. And so, the association has created a portal by the name of "Edhiha" to aid him.

Iqbal stated that the first trip for Sheikh Mohamed Ibrahim's eye issues and testing would have an estimated cost of USD 20,000 (MVR 308,400). Iqbal stated that it accounts for helpers, food and accommodation.

He also stated that if this is fully funded, there is hope the Sheikh may get his vision back.

Sheikh Mohamed Ibrahim, who studied at Madinah, currently lives in his birth island of Naifaru. He has worked as a teacher at Madhrasathul Ifthithaah, with his vision deteriorating over time, leading to him having to stop teaching.

He has written books for various sectors as well, such as Hisnul-Muslim, Khithabu’shiyam, Nabee Beykalunge Tharika, Thauheedhuge Khulaasaa and Khithabu’salaath.