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Abdallah Deng Nhial
South Sudanese politician
This article contains a Dinka name.
Abdullah deng nhial biography of michael
According to Dinka custom, this person is properly addressed by the name Deng.
Abdallah Deng Nhial | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1954 |
| Nationality | South Sudanese |
| Alma mater | al-Azhar University |
| Occupation(s) | Politician and Scholar |
| Known for | Serving in both Sudanese and South Sudanese governments |
Abdallah Deng Nhial (born c.
1954) is a South Sudanese politician and scholar. He has served in both Sudanese and South Sudanese governments in different positions.[1][2]
Background
Deng is a noted Islamic scholar hailing from Southern Sudan.[3] He hails from a Dinka family, and is a relative of John Garang.[2][4] An Arabic language teacher, Deng graduated from al-Azhar University in Cairo.[2]
National Islamic Front period
He served as Minister of Religious Affairs in the Sudanese government, but in a 1993 cabinet reshuffle