# Controversial Islamic cleric shot dead in northern Nigeria

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- BBC News, 2026-10-27 18:35 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cxdd8nq55d74o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss

> Islamic cleric Yahaya Masussuka was shot dead outside his home in Dutsin-Ma, Katsina state, by two attackers on a motorcycle. A guest who was also shot died in hospital. Masussuka had posted videos challenging some mainstream Islamic teachings and had received death threats on social media.