Kano emirate crisis: Watch your statements, NSCIA cautions Islamic scholars

THE Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has called on ulama (scholars of Islamic doctrine and law) in Kano State to desist from contradictory statements concerning the current traditional leadership crisis in the state.

In a statement signed by Professor Salisu Shehu for the Secretary-General, the NSCIA stated that at this trying period for the ummah (the whole community of Muslims), the scholars, “who are custodians of Islamic learning, values and guidance,” should exercise caution and refrain from making statements that could further exacerbate tension and polarise the ummah.

The council said the ulama within and outside the state should “prayerfully allow the current traditional leadership conflict in Kano to be handled and resolved by the political, judicial and customary authorities.”

Meanwhile, the council called on the state’s political, traditional and judicial authorities to resolve the issue with the fear of Allah, with fairness and justice.

It asked the people of the state to call on Allah, remain calm and avoid taking laws into their hands.

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