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Published on 2024-02-22 22:12:19
Former Kaduna Senator Shehu Sani has condemned the statement made by a Muslim cleric against the personality of the First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu. He maintained that the cleric’s call for the killing of Senator Remi Tinubu is unacceptable and should be condemned. Reacting to Sani’s statement on his social media page, many Nigerians urged President Bola Tinubu to immediately arrest the cleric. Sani has over two years of experience in covering political parties and movements.
Former Kaduna Senator, Shehu Sani, has reacted after an Islamic cleric declared that Nigeria’s First Lady, Oluremi Tinubu, deserves to die for being a pastor. This statement came after a cleric called for the death of Senator Remi Tinubu, which Shehu Sani considered unacceptable and condemnable. Sani shared his thoughts on the statement, reiterating the rights of citizens to criticize the government and its policies but called for the death of the First Lady “utterly unacceptable.” He went on to condemn the cleric’s assertion and called on President Bola Tinubu to address the situation.
In a video that went viral, a cleric criticized the Muslim/Muslim ticket that brought President Tinubu to power, describing it as a scam. SaharaReporters confirmed the cleric’s statement, claiming that the wife of the president, “being an infidel should be put to death as provided for in the Quran”. However, the cleric did not provide any chapter or verse in the Quran to support his claim.
The cleric stated, “Now, Tinubu @officialABAT, his wife is an #infidel. Even as an infidel, she is an ‘oga’ (a leader) among the infidels. Even her, God’s judgment says she must be killed.. She’s a pastor… Leaders of infidels (Christianity), Allah says they must be killed.” This statement has received widespread condemnation, with Shehu Sani leading the charge in criticizing the cleric’s inflammatory remarks.
Responding to the cleric’s assertions, Shehu Sani faulted the call for the killing of Senator Remi Tinubu, stressing that while criticizing the government and its policies is within the ambit of democratic rights, calling for the death of a senator’s wife is unacceptable and utterly condemnable. This reaction underscores Sani’s commitment to upholding democratic principles and civil discourse in Nigeria’s political space.
In another report, it was revealed that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has been critiqued by the Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria (SCSN). The organization accused President Tinubu of marginalizing them since he assumed office in May 2023. This development further highlights the growing tensions and challenges facing the Tinubu administration.
As the issue continues to unfold, it is crucial for Nigerian leaders to address growing religious and political extremism. Shehu Sani’s condemnation of the cleric’s call for violence against Senator Remi Tinubu’s wife serves as a reminder of the importance of promoting tolerance and respect for diverse religious beliefs in Nigeria. It is essential for leaders to uphold democratic values and protect the rights of all citizens, regardless of their religious affiliations.
The situation calls for a concerted effort to promote dialogue and understanding among Nigeria’s diverse religious communities, as well as a commitment to upholding the rule of law and protecting the rights of all citizens. By condemning violence and extremism and promoting tolerance, leaders can work towards building a more peaceful and inclusive society for all Nigerians.
In conclusion, Shehu Sani’s condemnation of the cleric’s call for violence against Senator Remi Tinubu’s wife highlights the need for Nigerian leaders to address growing religious and political extremism. It is essential to promote dialogue and understanding among Nigeria’s diverse religious communities and uphold democratic values to build a more peaceful and inclusive society.
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