Late Imam Abubakar, a courageous God’s servant, says President Tinubu

*Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu mourns Imam Abdullahi Abubakar, the Chief Imam of Nghar village, in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau State, describing the deceased as ‘an extraordinary religious leader’, whose lifetime represented a striking testament to faith, courage and a staunch belief in the sacredness of human life

Alexander Davis | ConsumerConnect

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sorrow at the passing of Imam Abdullahi Abubakar, the Chief Imam of Nghar village, in Barkin Ladi Local Government Area (LGA) of Plateau State, who passed on at 92.

The late Imam Abubakar shot into national and international prominence for hiding over 200 Christians in 2018, during the communal strife which ravaged Plateau State.

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Tinubu described the late Imam as “an extraordinary religious leader”, whose lifetime represented a striking testament to faith, courage and a staunch belief in the sacredness of human life.

Mr. Bayo Onanuga, Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy Friday, January 16, 2026, ‎also stated President Tinubu said: “At such a time when tribal and religious tendencies seemed to overwhelm reason, Imam Abubakar stood firmly on the side of peace, benevolence and conscience.”

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He also said: “Mindless of the enormous risk to his own life, the noble cleric chose humanity over division, love as opposed to hatred and embrace rather than rejection.

“His heroic feat underlines the essence of true faith, resonating louder than sermons in a salient message to the world at large. Imam Abubakar is a worthy example of a better human we should all aspire to be.”

The President asserted: “His act of uncommon bravery did not go unnoticed, as he received local and international honours that celebrated his commitment to coexistence among people with diverse orientations.

“I urge religious and community leaders to imbibe and preach the spirit of tolerance, mutual respect and peaceful togetherness as expounded in the life of Imam Abubakar.

“May the Almighty grant Imam Abubakar eternal rest and reward him for his good deeds and courage.”

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