Nigerian Imam Who Saved Christian Lives Passes Away at 90

A Nigerian imam, Abubakar Abdullahi, known for saving 262 lives during a violent outbreak in 2018, has died at 90 after a heart condition. He sheltered members of a mainly Christian community fleeing armed attackers in Plateau state, risking his own life to protect them. His bravery earned him national honors and the U.S. International Religious Freedom Award. Abdullahi’s commitment to peace and unity was widely recognized, with tributes highlighting his protection of vulnerable individuals.

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