10 h. ago Minister, deputy senate president mourn Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi

Minister Yusuf Tuggar and Deputy Senate President Barau Jibrin mourn the passing of Islamic cleric Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, praising his life and scholarship. Read More: https://punchng.com/minister-deputy-senate-president-mourn-sheikh-dahiru-bauchi/

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12 h. ago BREAKING: Renowned Islamic Cleric, Sheikh Dahiru Bauchi, Dies At 98

Renowned Islamic scholar, leader and cleric, Sheikh Dahiru Usman Bauchi, has passed away at the age of 98. The respected Dariqa Islamic scholar, who was born June 29, 1927, died on Thursday, November 27, 2025. Confirming the passing of the cleric, one of his close associates, Daha Azhary Bauchi, announced, “Innaa lillahi wa innaa ilaihi […]

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17 h. ago Good Governance: Cleric, Others Hail AbdulRazaq As Associate Lifts 200 Business Owners

A prominent Islamic cleric, Sheikh Sohibul Bayan, Sheikh Umar Faruq Babatunde has described the Kwara State governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq as  a God- sent leader. He said Governor AbdulRazaq remains the only governor in the history of the state that worked round the clock for six years, noting that ” construction workers were even on project […]

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22 h. ago ‘What Men Don’t Do, Women Do Better’, Sheikh Gumi Hails Kogi Central Senator Natasha

Controversial Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has hailed Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, the lawmaker representing Kogi Central Senatorial District, for her developmental projects in rural communities, describing her as a model of effective leadership. In video post on Facebook shared on Wednesday by Sheikh Gumi, it shows Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan commissioning a series of community projects, including […]

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57 h. ago If Nnamdi Kanu Shows Remorse, I Will Lead Calls For Amnesty — Sheikh Gumi

Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has disclosed that he would personally lead a campaign for amnesty for the convicted leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, if the separatist demonstrated genuine remorse and publicly call for peace. Gumi made the remarks while advocating a non-kinetic approach to resolving Nigeria’s security crises […]

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58 h. ago I’m More Concerned About Attackers Than Victims — Sheikh Gumi

Kaduna-based Islamic, cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has disclosed that his priority in Nigeria’s worsening security crisis is addressing those perpetrating violence rather than focusing first on their victims. According to the Islamic cleric, the only way to stop the ongoing cycle of killings is to confront the attackers directly and deprive them of the means […]

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58 h. ago ‘Kaduna Is 90% Better Against Banditry After Adopting My Approach’ — Sheikh Gumi

Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has said that the security situation in Kaduna State has improved significantly because authorities are beginning to apply elements of the non-violent, negotiation-driven strategy he has long advocated in tackling banditry. According to him, Kaduna is now “90 percent better” after adopting what he describes as his peace-focused approach. […]

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3 d. ago No Government Can Completely Eliminate Terrorism — Sheikh Gumi

Controversial Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has urged Nigerians to remain patient and avoid despair over the country’s persistent security challenges, insisting that no government in the world can completely eliminate terrorism. Speaking against the backdrop of recent abductions in Kwara State and other parts of the country, Gumi argued that it was unrealistic to […]

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3 d. ago ‘Christians Also Kill Herdsmen’ — Again, Gumi Rejects Genocide Claims

Controversial Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has dismissed reports of a targeted genocide against Christians in Nigeria, insisting that violent clashes between herders and farming communities involve casualties on both sides. Gumi made the remarks in a Facebook post on Sunday, arguing that the narrative portraying Fulani herdsmen as sole aggressors does not reflect […] The post ‘Christians Also Kill Herdsmen’ — Again, Gumi Rejects Genocide Claims appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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5 d. ago School Children Abduction Engineered To Serve Unpatriotic Narration — Gumi

Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has stated that the recent increase in spate of school children abduction were engineered to serve what he described as ‘unpatriotic narration of Christian genocide.’ Gumi, who was reacting to the kidnapped school children on his verified Facebook page, said the insecurity in the country was a burning candle. […]

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8 d. ago Govt summons Katsina cleric over alleged violations of Islamic law

The Katsina State Government has summoned an Islamic cleric, Mallam Yahaya Masusauka, over alleged contravention of the general principles of read more Govt summons Katsina cleric over alleged violations of Islamic law

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8 d. ago Katsina Questions Islamic Cleric Masussuka Over Controversial Teachings

The Katsina State Government has invited an Islamic cleric Yahaya Masussuka, for questioning over allegations that his routine teachings and sermons contravene the established principles of Islamic law. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday by the Secretary to the State Government, Abdullahi Faskari, through his Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim Almu-Gafai, in Katsina. […]

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8 d. ago Katsina Government Summons Islamic Cleric Masussuka Over Alleged Controversial Sermons

The Katsina State Government has summoned an Islamic cleric, Yahaya Masussuka, over alleged contraventions of the general principles of Islamic law during his regular teachings and preachings in the state. The announcement was made by the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Barr. Abdullahi Faskari, in a statement issued through his Chief Press Secretary, Ibrahim […]

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8 d. ago ‘Boko Haram Fighting Proxy War’, Sheikh Gumi Reacts To Killing Of Army Brigade Commander In Borno

Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has described the late Brigadier General Musa Uba as a martyr, alleging that Boko Haram was prosecuting a “proxy war” backed by undisclosed international interests. In a statement posted on his Facebook page on Tuesday, Gumi said the prolonged insurgency in Nigeria was fuelled by the exploitation of uneducated […]

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8 d. ago PICTORIAL: Sowore Visits Kano Islamic Cleric On Death Row In Kuje Prison

Human rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has visited Islamic cleric, Sheikh Abduljabbar Nasiru Kabara, who is currently on death row after being convicted for blasphemy, at the Kuje Correctional Centre in Abuja. Sowore disclosed the visit in a strongly worded post on his verified Facebook page on Tuesday, where he alleged that the cleric’s conviction was […]

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1 week ago “I’ve Led 600 Terrorists To Surrender” – Gumi Defends Peace Efforts, Slams Nigerians Demanding His Arrest

Popular Islamic cleric Sheikh Gumi has slammed critics calling for his arrest over his ongoing commentary on banditry and national security. In a statement on Facebook on Sunday, Gumi described his opponents as “spineless, irresponsible and unpatriotic imbecilic people”, arguing that they prefer outrage over truth. “ARREST HIM!!! These are the only words some spineless, […] The post “I’ve Led 600 Terrorists To Surrender” – Gumi Defends Peace Efforts, Slams Nigerians Demanding His Arrest appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago 600 Bandits Agreed To Lay Down Arms In 2021 After Peace Meeting — Gumi

Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has revealed that over 600 bandits alongside their commanders agreed to lay down arms in exchange for security and basic amenities in 2021at Garin Yadi Forest in Giwa local government of Kaduna State. Reacting to calls for his arrest by some Nigerians, Sheikh Gumi explained his role negotiating peace […]

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1 week ago PFN Slams Gumi For Claiming of Christians Are Burying Empty Coffins

The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria has condemned Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi, for alleging that Christians in the Middle Belt are “burying empty coffins” to fabricate a narrative of genocide. In a statement signed by the PFN National Publicity Secretary, Sylvanus Ukafia, described Gumi’s claim as baseless, inflammatory and one that collapses under the slightest scrutiny. […] The post PFN Slams Gumi For Claiming of Christians Are Burying Empty Coffins appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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1 week ago Islamic Cleric Urges Nigerian Government To Embrace November 15 As Philanthropy Day

In a call to action, the Federal Government has been urged to adopt November 15 as National Philanthropy Day, joining nations like Canada, Mexico, and the United States in recognising the important date. Imam Faud Adeyemi, the Executive Director and Chief Imam of Al-Habibiyyah Islamic Society, make the call during the commemoration of Al Habibiyyah […]

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2 w. ago I Met Bandits Under Watch Of Police, Local, State Officials – Sheikh Gumi

Popular Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has disclosed that contrary to views held in some quarters, his meetings with bandits in their enclaves were carried out in the company of police, local and state officials. Sheikh Gumi who had earlier threatened to take legal action against a human rights lawyer, Malcolm Emokiniovo Omirhobo, over […]

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