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  • Demand on Sharia: Oyo Muslim community says terrorists can’t speak for us

    Demand on Sharia: Oyo Muslim community says terrorists can’t speak for us

     

    The Muslim Community of Oyo State says terrorists cannot speak on their behalf on the Sharia-related demands made by the abductors of students and teachers in the state.

    The group, which faulted the demands and strongly condemned the requests, declared that terrorists do not represent Islamic values and cannot speak for Muslims.

    The group spoke in a statement jointly signed by its Chairman, Alhaji Ishaq-Kunle Sanni, and the Secretary-General, Alhaji Murisiku Siyanbade, on Friday and made availble in Abuja.

    They said the leadership of the community issued the statement following recent criminal acts where kidnappers attempted to justify their actions using religious rhetoric.

    The community clarified that Islam strictly forbids kidnapping, terrorism and the extortion of innocent citizens.

    The group emphasised that legitimate Sharia advocates for justice, peace and the protection of human life, which directly contradicts the violent actions of criminals.

    It reiterated its full support for law enforcement agencies and urged authorities to track down the perpetrators swiftly.

    ‘In The Holy Qur’an, Chapter 3 verse 32, Almighty Allah says:

    ‘Therefore, we have ordained that, he who slays a soul for spreading mischief on earth shall be as if he had slain all mankind and he who saves a life shall be as if he had given life to all mankind.

    “And indeed, again and again, did our messengers come to them with clear directives, yet many of them continue to commit excesses on earth.”

    It called on all Muslims and residents of Oyo State to remain vigilant, report suspicious activities and reject any attempts to distort the peaceful teachings of Islam.

    “Meanwhile, under the aegis of The Chief Imam of Ibadanland and Grand Chief Imam of Oyo State, Sheikh Al-Imam Abdul-Ganiyy Abubakar Agbotomokekere, the Muslim Community of Oyo State is organising a special prayer for the speedy and safe return of abductees from schools in Oriire Local Govt of Oyo State.”

    The group said the prayer, to be led by the chief Imam of Ibadanland, would hold Sunday at Yidi Agodi Praying Ground, Ibadan at 10.30am.

    “We implore all Muslims in Oyo State to join us at the prayer session.

    “We appreciate the intervention of Oyo State Govt, the Federal Goverment of Nigeria and pray to Almighty Allah, to help them in their onerous intervention.

    “We also pray for our security agencies for the help and guidance of Allah, in their rescue efforts, so that there will not be any collateral casualty, as they conquer the criminals and bring back home safely, the abductees, amongst whom are toddlers as young as 2-year olds, exposed to very cruel treatment in the forests, in such a harsh condition.

    “Our hearts bleed. May Almighty Allah hearken to our fervent prayers.”

  • Bandits Storm National Park Service in Oyo, Kill Five

    Bandits Storm National Park Service in Oyo, Kill Five

     

     

    By  Ibrahim Sofiyullaha

    Five National Park Service operatives were killed when gunmen attacked their post in Oloka, Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State late Tuesday night

    Relatives confirmed that some officers were resting during the assault, with one victim reportedly found dead on a prayer mat

    Community leaders expressed concern over security risks linked to nearby forest settlements, while residents reported sighting an aircraft

    Five operatives of the National Park Service stationed in Oloka, Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State were killed late Tuesday night after gunmen stormed their post around 9pm.

    Some of the officers were shot at, and others burned to death. The bandits then packed their weapons before fleeing into the forest.

    Five National Park operatives were killed in a late-night attack in Oloka. A relative of one of the victims told Legit.ng that the officers were believed to be resting when the assault began.

    One of the bodies was reportedly found on a prayer mat, raising the impression that the officer was shot while observing prayers.

    Gunmen Attack National Park Operatives Grief spread quickly through the community as relatives began receiving confirmation of the deaths. Iya Saki, the mother-in-law of one of the slain officers, was almost expressionless when the news reached her.

    She expressed deep sorrow and appealed for authorities to bring the perpetrators to justice and restore calm in the area. Another distant family member, Mr Muritala, identified as one of the respected elders in Ikoyi-Ile, a neighbouring community, said residents have long been worried about security due to their proximity to forest settlements.

    He said: “We are very disadvantaged and at high risk because we are surrounded by many Fulani people. And we have been engaging them to not take in any people of questionable character.”

    Some of the victims’ remains were partially burnt by the assailants. State authorities, including the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Police, later evacuated the bodies for documentation and investigation.

    However, a few families have demanded the release of their relatives’ remains to enable proper burial rites in line with cultural and religious practices.

    Surveillance And Security Response In nearby Ikoyi-Ile, residents reported seeing an aircraft flying toward the area in recent time.

    Some locals believe the aircraft may have been the drone recently acquired by the Oyo State government for security surveillance, though this has not been officially confirmed.

    Community leaders have called for increased patrols and stronger intelligence gathering to prevent further violence. Residents said fear remains high as many families worry about possible repeat attacks, especially in remote settlements close to forest corridors.