In a recent interview on Voice of the People TV from 8:11, Islamic scholar and peace negotiator Sheikh Ahmad Gumi addressed Nigeria’s ongoing security crisis and the delicate balance between foreign assistance and national sovereignty. He expressed concern over the potential consequences of inviting external forces to combat extremist groups within the country.
“We have seen what he has done in Gaza, giving Netanyahu weapons to kill children and women,” Gumi highlighted, drawing a parallel between international interventions abroad and the risks of similar actions in Nigeria. He argued that foreign military involvement, if not carefully managed, could exacerbate conflicts and lead to further civilian casualties, rather than resolving insecurity.
Gumi reiterated that Nigeria has capable security forces, noting that both Muslims and Christians occupy high-ranking positions in the armed forces. He emphasized that local solutions, backed by government support and community cooperation, remain the most effective way to address violence perpetrated by bandits and extremist groups.
The scholar also discussed his own peace-building efforts, which involved negotiating with armed groups while accompanied by local, state, and federal authorities. He described many perpetrators as “ready-made soldiers,” shaped by ignorance and manipulation, and stressed that tackling the root causes of violence is more sustainable than relying solely on force.
On religious tensions, Gumi maintained that both Muslims and Christians have suffered in the conflict, and framing the violence as purely religious oversimplifies the issue. He encouraged Nigerians to focus on internal solutions, work with the authorities, and resist foreign interventions that might worsen the crisis. View, More,
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