Abdul Haji will never forget September 21 when the Somali-based terrorist group Alshabaab struck an upmarket mall in the city.
He was in a small meeting over coffee at Yaya Centre when a text message came through.
It was his brother Noordin Haji.
"Pray for me," it read, sending back-to-back chills down his spine.
Without second thoughts, Abdul scurried towards his car, turned the ignition key and sped off as the tires of his car screeched in protest.
The Westgate Mall had been attacked by terrorists and his brother was inside.
He surely had to do something.
When he reached the mall, he rushed inside having removed his gun.
Photos would later emerge on international media of him in action, gun in hand.
A memorable photo of himself is one in which he is seen beckoning a stranded kid to safety.
Luckily, his brother Noordin, the Director of Public Prosecutions, escaped to safety after smelling teargas which he suspected was from the police.
The attack which resulted in tens of deaths shocked the conscience of not just Kenyans but the world.
Abdul Haji bravery was recognised across the globe.
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