Controversial Kaduna-based Islamic cleric, Sheikh Gumi, has claimed that he is committed to assisting the Federal Government in tackling the menace of banditry following an interaction with security agencies. This engagement stemmed from Gumi’s prior remarks offering to negotiate with bandits who had abducted schoolchildren in Kaduna State.
Addressing concerns raised after being summoned by the government, Gumi reassured the public through his social media platform that the meeting with security agencies was conducted with courtesy and respect. He emphasized the importance of unity and synergy in the nation’s efforts to achieve lasting peace.
In a post on his X (formerly Twitter) handle #Ahmad_Gumi, on Tuesday, Gumi assured his followers that there was no cause for alarm, adding that there was no animosity in the course of the meeting and called for unity and synergy to achieve everlasting peace.
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“Last night I got many frantic calls from well-wishers and journalists about a news item that I was interviewed by security. There is absolutely no cause for alarm. Yes, we had a productive interaction on how to curb banditry as we are all trying — each in his own sphere — to tackle the monster bedevilling the nation.
“There was no animosity but courtesy and full of respect. We all need as a nation to unite and work in synergy to achieve an everlasting peace. I thank you for your concern. May Allah continue to protect us from all evil. Amin,” the post read.
In a statement posted on his social media handle, Gumi expressed gratitude for the inquiries and underscored the need for collective action against the scourge of banditry. He concluded with a prayer for continued protection from all forms of evil.
