The Clonskeagh mosque will reopen next month, following nine months of closure.

It was closed in April last year after concerns were raised regarding the safety of people and property.

It followed fractious scenes that occurred outside the centre while a meeting was underway.

In the months that followed, there were alleged internal conflicts, financial issues, and a dispute over the appointment of new directors. Legal cases also took place.

Despite the closure of the mosque, the centre’s school, restaurant and shop continued to operate.

The Islamic Cultural Centre of Ireland will reopen on 12 February, five days before the beginning of Ramadan, an important time in the Muslim calendar.

Many members of the Muslim community in Dublin, particularly those living on the southside of the city, were unable to access the mosque for daily and Friday prayers.

Speaking to RTÉ News, Dr Ali Selim, who was the media manager up to the closure of the centre last April, acknowledged that it had been a difficult time for the community.

This evening, he thanked the members for “remaining steadfast and united” during this difficult period.

He also expressed sincere gratitude to the Al Maktoum Foundation for its continuous support to the community in Ireland.

The Al Maktoum Foundation, which is based in Dubai, provided the funds to purchase land, construct the ICCI complex (opened 1996), and has supported its ongoing operation and services.

The foundation sent auditors to the centre who raised concerns about alleged financial and governance irregularities.

It is understood that there will be significant administrative changes at the Islamic Cultural Centre of Ireland in the coming weeks.