Ibrahim El-Zakzaky

Ibrahim El-Zakzaky is the leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), a group advocating for the rights of Shiite Muslims in the predominantly Sunni country. Known for his strong stance on religious and political issues, El-Zakzaky has been a prominent figure in protests against perceived injustices faced by Shiites in Nigeria. He has faced significant legal challenges and was detained for several years, raising international concern over human rights violations. Recently, he was in the news due to protests organized by the IMN in response to the killing of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in a US-Israeli airstrike.