NPC said Mr Muhammed passed away on Sunday while performing lesser hajj in Saudi Arabia.
The Enugu council of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) has expressed shock over the death of Ayogu Eze.
Mr Tinubu prayed to God to grant the soul of the departed repose and comfort to those in mourning.
The government relied on the senator to use his knowledge and understanding to improve coordination and efficiency for the exercise.
Mr Atep advised Nigerians to prioritise meeting the needs of the less-privileged and the needy in society.
The preacher said the award was a challenge to intensify his preaching to the universe.
The cleric challenged President Bola Tinubu to improve the nation’s economy, address food insecurity, eradicate corruption and keep his promises to Nigerians.
The prosecutor said the offence contravened sections 287, 411, and 308 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State.
The cleric accused his wife of abandoning their only child and travelling to Libya, where she has resided for two years.