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Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has broken his silence on his November 2025 visit to Ibadan, which sparked outrage over claims that he was trying to Islamise Oyo State.
Gumi said nobody can stop him from going anywhere in Nigeria, adding that he was not invited by any Muslim group in the South‑West but was in Ibadan as a representative of northern Islamic scholars. His statement comes as an abducted Oyo principal denied reports that kidnappers demanded Sharia law.
Key Points:
Gumi’s defiant stance may deepen religious and regional tensions in the South‑West.
The cleric’s visit was part of a northern scholars’ summit, not a solo mission.
The controversy overlaps with false claims that Oyo kidnappers demanded Sharia, which Muslim groups have rejected.
Gumi’s assertion of free movement highlights his resistance to being barred from any part of Nigeria.
The episode reflects how security and religious narratives are becoming entangled in public discourse.
Gumi’s statement reinforces his position as a controversial figure; his future visits to the South‑West may continue to draw scrutiny.
Sources: The Punch, Tribune
