Death of Buntet Pesantren Cirebon's KH Adib Rofiuddin Izza

Aris Ni’matullah, chairman of the Buntet Pesantren Islamic Education Foundation (YLPI), stated that the head and senior figure of the pesantren, KH Adib Rofiuddin Izza, passed away on Monday after receiving treatment for illness. Aris, the late’s brother in Cirebon, West Java, added that KH Adib had been suffering from health issues since before Ramadan and underwent intensive treatment. He said the deceased wished to return to the pesantren despite not fully recovering. ‘He wanted to spend Ramadan with the students and experience the religious activities at the pesantren,’ he added. He noted that KH Adib’s health improved after Ramadan and he continued his activities under medical supervision. However, he said the deceased’s condition deteriorated again, requiring further hospital treatment and referral to Jakarta. ‘He received intensive medical care before passing away on Monday,’ he said. Aris said KH Adib’s death is a significant loss for the family and the pesantren community, as he was a central figure in education and preaching in Cirebon. He noted KH Adib was known for his strong commitment to developing pesantren education and mentoring students. ‘He also showed great concern for the community and was active in various social activities,’ he added. The body of KH Adib arrived at Buntet Pesantren in Mertapada Kulon village, Astanajapura subdistrict, Cirebon Regency, at around 1:47 PM WIB after being transported from Jakarta. Before burial, the body was prayed over at Buntet Pesantren’s Grand Mosque, attended by family, students, religious scholars, and the public. He was subsequently buried at the Buntet Pesantren family cemetery complex, in accordance with the family’s request and the deceased’s will.