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Nigerian Imam who rescued over 200 Christians wins US award for religious freedom

Jul 17, 2019

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by

Olaotan Falade

in Nigeria, Top Story

The Chief Imam of Nghar Village, Abdullahi Abubakar who protected over 200 villagers during attacks on Barkin Ladi Local Government Area of Plateau in June 2018 has emerged one of five International Religious Freedom Award winners, the US State Department announced on Tuesday. The award is being given for the first time ever during the…