The US of America has mourned the passing of Imam Abubakar Abdullahi who saved over 250 Christians throughout a terrorist assault in Plateau State.
Abdullahi, a local of Barkin Ladi Native Authorities Space of Plateau State died on January 15, 2026, on the age of 90.
Eulogised by many, Abdullahi was mentioned to have lived a life outlined by braveness, love and unusual humanity.
In a press release issued on Tuesday, the US Mission in Nigeria described Abdullahi as a fearless advocate of non secular tolerance.
The US additionally mentioned that the cleric’s motion is an instance of legacy of peace and acceptance that evokes each Nigerians and Individuals alike.
It mentioned, “Mission Nigeria gives condolences to the family members of Imam Abubakar Abdullahi following his passing on January 15.
“Imam Abdullahi was a fearless advocate for non secular tolerance and had a protracted historical past of outreach throughout non secular communities.
“The Division of State formally recognised Imam Abdullahi with the 2019 Worldwide Spiritual Freedom Award for his brave efforts in June of 2018 which saved the lives of a whole lot of Christians who have been being attacked in Barkin Ladi, Plateau state.
“His humanity positively manifested interfaith coexistence and concord, and we all know his legacy of peace and acceptance will reside on and proceed to encourage Nigerians and Individuals alike,” the US Mission in Nigeria mentioned within the assertion.