Alhaji Abubakar who is the President- General, Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs stated this at the formal opening of the annual Islamic Vacation Course, IVC of the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria, MSSN, Southern Zone held at Km 53, Lagos/ Ibadan Express way.
Alhaji Abubakar who was represented by the Executive Secretary, Muslim Ummah of South-West Nigeria, MUSWEN said Muslim youths should resist temptation from anyone to commit any act that would lead to violence as Islam remained a religion of peace.
“ We have said it times without number that any act that breeds violence like the one being exhibited by Boko- Haram has no basis in Islam. As you are aware, our religion, Islam stands for peace as its name denotes. So let us remain peaceful always, so that we may live a peaceful life here and be accommodated in the home of peace in the life to come.”
In a keynote address, the National President, MSSN, Mallam Sirajudeen Abd-Azeez enjoined the federal government to find a lasting solution to the problem of insurgency which continued to threaten the unity of the country.
“ The once great and giant nation is at the verge of collapse. It is no more news that terrorism is on the rampage taking over our lands on a daily basis. We want to reiterate that Mr. President should address the nation on why the country is under siege by the terrorists. Why have the insurgents continued to beat the nation’s military arsenals despite the billions of dollars voted for security? Why have the terrorists become stronger even after a year when some States in the North- East have come under partial emergency rule”.
Mallam AbulAzeez also called on the President to put a stop to the threat by his kinsmen to unleash terror if next year’s election was not in his favour.
“Different ethnic militia are threatening they will let loose if their candidates are not elected. The worst threat is coming from the Niger- Delta Militants who have been threatening to cause violence should their tribe-man is not returned for second time”.
He questioned the rationale behind the sentencing of about a hundred soldiers for demanding sophisticated equipment to fight the terrorists.
“Why are these unfortunate warriors being tried secretly or secret trial of soldiers not against their fundamental human rights and spirit of democracy? Why is it that for the first time, Nigerian army that have been celebrated for successful peace keeping mission in many African countries are now rebellious and some have to be sentenced to death for making legitimate demands”.
The National Legal Adviser of All Progressive Congress, APC, Dr Muiz Banire urged Muslims to always demand for their rights in legitimate manner.
“Pro-activeness is very essential, don’t ask for anything special, ask for equal opportunities with others
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