The Board of Trustees of Benha National University, chaired by Prof. Gamal El-Sayed, announced with profound sorrow the passing of the distinguished scholar Prof. Ahmed Omar Hashem, member of Al-Azhar’s Senior Scholars Council and a trustee of Benha National University. He passed away today after a lifetime dedicated to knowledge, service to faith, and national contributions.
The Board emphasized that the late scholar was a towering figure in religious and academic circles, embodying Al-Azhar’s mission of moderation, tolerance, and balance. His scholarly and intellectual contributions enriched religious, intellectual, and academic discourse.
Through his trusteeship at Benha National University, Prof. Hashem significantly enhanced its academic trajectory and strategic goals with his vast scholarly and administrative expertise, cementing the university’s path toward excellence.
Prof. Ahmed Omar Hashem devoted his life to serving Islam, promoting values of moderation and tolerance. As a mentor to generations, a dedicated researcher, and an ethical educator, he taught thousands at Al-Azhar University and beyond.