Sheikh Gumi Addresses Allegations of Islamization in Oyo State During Ibadan Visit
“Can anybody stop me?”: Gumi finally opens up on his visit to Ibadan
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Sheikh Ahmad Gumi responded to accusations of attempting to Islamize Oyo State during his visit to Ibadan, asserting he represented Northern Muslim scholars. He criticized the influence of Islamophobia on politics in the Southwest and denied being invited by local groups.
- 01Gumi clarified that his visit to Ibadan was as a representative of Northern Muslim scholars, not local groups.
- 02He criticized the narrative-driven politics influenced by Islamophobia in Southwest Nigeria.
- 03Gumi stated that nobody can prevent him from visiting any part of Nigeria.
- 04His visit followed reports of bandits demanding Sharia law for the release of abducted individuals in Oyo State.
- 05The abducted principal of Community High School refuted claims of ransom and Sharia law demands from her kidnappers.
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Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, a prominent Islamic cleric, addressed allegations that he aimed to Islamize Oyo State during his visit to Ibadan. He clarified that he was there as a representative of Northern Muslim scholars and not at the behest of any local Muslim groups. Gumi criticized the influence of Islamophobia on Southwest politics, describing the situation as a narrative-driven saga. He emphasized that no one can stop him from visiting any part of Nigeria. His comments came in response to reports that bandits had demanded the implementation of Sharia law as a condition for the release of abducted pupils and teachers. Additionally, the abducted principal of Community High School, Rachael Folawe Alamu, denied media claims regarding a ransom of N1 billion and Sharia law demands, asserting that the kidnappers only sought the release of their detained members.
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Gumi's statements may influence public perception regarding Islam and politics in Oyo State.
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