Imam Abdullahi Abubakar, the Muslim cleric celebrated worldwide for his courage in sheltering Christians during the 2018 Plateau attacks, has died at the age of 90.
Until his passing, Abubakar was the Chief Imam of Nghar Village in the Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State.
His death has been described as a monumental loss to the state and the nation, with tributes pouring in to honour his remarkable life of service and humanity.
The late Imam came into national and international prominence in June 2018 when violence broke out in Barkin Ladi.
Armed men attacked communities, forcing hundreds of residents to flee.
In the midst of the chaos, Imam Abubakar opened the doors of his mosque and his home to Christians who were being hunted by the attackers.
He sheltered more than 200 people, refusing to hand them over despite threats from the gunmen.
His bravery and selflessness prevented what could have been a massacre and became a symbol of interfaith solidarity in Nigeria.