A prominent and well-respected businessman became the latest victim of the deadly coronavirus pandemic that is causing so much hurt and pain throughout the world today.
Nazir Awan, who was the chief executive of Awan International, died after recently falling ill at his home in Sutton Coldfield, in the West Midlands, before tragically passing away at town’s Good Hope Hospital.
A native of Pakistan, he was one of the first people who settled in the UK, from that country, to set up business in Birmingham after creating Awan International – which sold well established branded named products before he went on to start up his property business, Awan Real Estate Limited, again in the city.
A father of two, his son, and business partner, Amer Awan, said: “He was a towering figure who touched so many hearts.
“Our surname (Awan) means to help others. I feel hugely proud to be his son and very blessed for him to be my father”.
Founding member of the IAB (Institute of Asian Businesses) he was also on the board of Save the Children as well as being dedicated to helping to improve the lives of people living in Birmingham’s inner-city.
Kalid Mahmood, Labour MP for Birmingham Perry Barr, said: “My thoughts and prayers go out to Nazir’s family during these trying times.
“This virus doe not discriminate
Equally deeply saddened, Councillor Majid Mahmood added: “I am deeply saddened by this tragic news.
“A kind hearted individual, he was a fighter to the end who will leave a lasting legacy in the city”.
“He died on a day that is incredibly special in the Islamic calendar, which, I solace, is solace from his family and friends”, Amer added.