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Najib Effendi al-Yasin

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Najib Effendi Al-Yasin was the mayor of Haifa during the Ottoman Empire's era between 1873–1877.

Biography

Najib Effendi was born to a noble Turkish family during the ruling age of the Ottoman Empire, at the beginning of his life as an adult he worked as a lawyer. He is one of the oldest known mayors of Haifa.

Najib Effendi as an eminent Turkish employee who worked and served the empire for a long time and dedicated his time for his work he has been awarded many medals of honour. One of the most remarkable medals he received is a medal of honour by Wilhelm II of Germany during his visit to Haifa on October 25, 1898.[1] [2]

References

  1. ^ 1. الشام قبل مائة عام . تأليف خليل سركيس ط1 1898 بيروت http://souria.com/club/forums/2/1382383/ShowPost.aspx
  2. ^ 2. http://www.malaf.info/?page=ShowDetails&Id=77&table=table_141&CatId=188