Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, a prominent figure from Kaduna, has recently made headlines by sharing his views on Saudi Arabia’s unexpected decision to prohibit him from participating in the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. This development has ignited conversations throughout the Muslim community.
Gumi argues that attending Hajj is not mandatory for everyone. He pointed out that influential leaders in Islamic history, such as Sheikh Usman Dan Fodio, accomplished remarkable feats without making the pilgrimage.
He emphasizes that genuine spiritual leadership transcends mere travel to the holy city of Mecca.
In his remarks, Gumi expressed his commitment to addressing societal and religious challenges. He believes that efforts to restrict access to the Grand Mosque in Mecca will ultimately fail.
“It’s not compulsory that I must go for Hajj. Even Sheikh Usman Dan Fodio never performed Hajj, yet look at the immense service he rendered to Islam. So no, I am not afraid of being banned. We are only helping them correct their mistakes—just as they try to reform society. This is an error on their part, but let it be known: anyone who tries to prevent people from visiting the Grand Mosque in Mecca will not last.
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