Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has mourned the death of Imam Abubakar Abdullahi, hailing him as a distinguished patriot and a symbol of compassion.
Imam Abdullahi earned national acclaim for his selfless courage during the June 2018 Plateau crisis, when he opened his mosque and home to shelter over 260 Christians, risking his own life to protect others.
Paying tribute to the late Imam on his X handle on Friday, Atiku said:
“His life transcended religious divides and affirmed our shared humanity. His act of bravery not only saved hundreds of lives but also stands as a powerful testament that peace, empathy, and brotherhood are the firmest foundations of national unity.”
Atiku urged Nigerians to honour Imam Abdullahi by recommitting to the principles he embodied: interfaith harmony, mutual respect, and the unwavering defence of human life.
“May his soul find peace, and may his legacy continue to inspire hope across our diverse nation,” he added.
According to reports Abubakar Abdullahi, Imam of Nghar village in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau state, who protected 262 Christians in the area, died Thursday night at Plateau Specialist Hospital, Jos.