Imam Said

Said Rageah
Tall, unassuming and well spoken, Said Rageah is often confused for a basketball player and in many instances he can be found playing basketball with his “boys” at Abu Huraira center where he is the Imam. He often talks to the youth and counsels them on how to behave towards women among many other subjects. He was born in Somalia, raised in Saudi Arabia and in the late 80s found his way to North America. He is married and has four girls and two boys and enjoys spending quality time with his family. He holds a B.A in Islamic studies as well as a Masters in Shariah. Over the years, he has held several posts including but not limited to, founder of Masjid Huda in Montreal, Masjid Aya in Maryland, Muslim Youth magazine and the Aqsa Association. After serving as an imam in Maryland and Calgary, Said moved to Toronto with his family and when he is not discharging his various duties at the masjid, he travels extensively as an Instructor with Al Maghrib Institute.