Prominent Islamic cleric Sheikh Muhammad Kabir Haruna Gombe, has urged youth to avoid joining the planned protest over hunger and insecurity. Stressing the importance of dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution, Sheikh Gombe warned against actions that could lead to violence or chaos.
He this statement during a media interview in Jos, Plateau State, Sheikh said, “Allah detests chaos and calamity, and protests can lead to both. Therefore, I urge Nigerians, especially our youths, to reject any agitation for protests. Islam is above democracy, and it has forbidden protests; Allah has cautioned against any agitation for calamity.”
He emphasised the significance of dialogue and peaceful conflict resolution, urging young people to refrain from actions that could incite violence or chaos.
Some individuals are using social media to mobilise Nigerians, especially the youth, for protests against hunger, fuel subsidy removal, electricity tariff hikes and insecurity,” Sheikh Kabiru Gombe said.
The Holy Qur’an and the Holy Bible both emphasise peace over chaos,” he stated, urging adherence to these principles in times of adversity.
He urged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to swiftly reinstate the fuel subsidy to alleviate the hardship faced by Nigerians.
