Legit.ng profiles the most influential Islamic leaders in the country, highlighting figures who shape political, religious, and social life across Nigeria’s Muslim community. Muslim leaders in Nigeria, including Sultan Muhammadu Sa’ad Abubakar and Sharaf Gbadebo, promote Islamic teachings across the country. With this in mind, Legit.ng presents the 10 most influential Nigerian Muslim leaders as of 2026. 10 influential Muslim leaders in Nigeria1) JIBWIS leader - Sheikh Bala LauAbdullahi Bala Lau, popularly known as Sheikh Balalau, is a prominent Islamic preacher in the north. 5) Al-Madeenah Centre - Sheikh Sharaf GbadeboSheikh Sharaf Gbadebo Raji is a recipient of the prestigious Sheikh Hamad Award for Translation and International Understanding.