Markus Ibrahim | |
|---|---|
| Occupation | Anglican bishop in Nigeria |
| Known for | Bishop of Yola, Archbishop of Jos |
Markus Ibrahim is an Anglican bishop in Nigeria. [1]
He has been Bishop of Yola in the Province of Jos since 2005. [2]
He became Archbishop of Jos in 2020. [3]
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