Abdulmagied Seddiqi has died; funeral set for tonight in Dubai
The family announced the passing of the veteran businessman on Thursday, February 12, 2026. The news was shared by his brother, Abdul Hamied Ahmad Qasim Seddiqi, via social media. Khaleej Times reported the internal memo that informed staff and confirmed the arrangements.
Family confirms the news
According to the family note, employees were asked to respect privacy during this period. The message also set the burial for 10pm at Al Quoz Cemetery. He is survived by four sons — Mohammad, Hasan, Ahmad and Mansoor — and by his brother Abdul Hamied.
Abdulmagied Seddiqi obituary: key facts
The late executive co-founded Seddiqi Holding and led the growth of the retail brand Ahmed Seddiqi. The company traces its first boutique to 1950 and now represents a large portfolio of watch and jewellery maisons across the UAE.
A legacy in watch retail
Industry profiles credit the family enterprise with shaping modern luxury watch retail in the country. Coverage notes multigenerational stewardship and long partnerships with leading Swiss makers. These accounts underline Abdulmagied Seddiqi’s role in turning a small Old Dubai shop into a regional reference.
Funeral details in Dubai
The burial is scheduled tonight at 10pm in Al Quoz. Mourners in Dubai have been directed to observe the family’s request for privacy and discretion.
Why his career mattered
His leadership helped anchor a home-grown luxury champion in the United Arab Emirates. The group’s growth supported brand development, after-sales service and events that positioned Dubai as a regional hub for fine watchmaking. Public tributes from regional outlets highlight the scale of that contribution.
In the words of the family statement and staff memo, the focus now is on a dignified farewell. The company and the community mark the passing of a figure who left a clear imprint on the UAE’s retail landscape.
