# Controversial Islamic cleric shot dead in northern Nigeria

- Published: 2026-10-27T18:35:02Z
- Updated: 2026-10-28T06:58:42Z
- Section: World
- Language: English (en)
- Source: BBC News — https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cxdd8nq55d74o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
- Tags: BBC News · World
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Yahaya Masussuka had posted videos in which he rejected some elements of mainstream Islam.

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