The Muslim Public Affairs Centre (MPAC) and the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN) have raised strong concerns over what they describe as growing religious intolerance surrounding the construction of a mosque at Ede High School, alleging that the controversy has been needlessly orchestrated. The organisations contend that a Seventh‑day Adventist (SDA) church associated with the Adeleke family has interfered in the debate, fuelling tension and stirring unrest within the community.
In a joint statement, MPAC’s national director, Disu Kamor, and MSSN’s Ede chapter leadership argued that the controversy is not merely local but constitutes a direct threat to religious freedom and social unity in Ede. They explained that the SDA church’s vocal opposition to the mosque project has emboldened detractors, creating an “atmosphere of mistrust and division.” MPAC warned that such actions risk undermining years of peaceful coexistence between Muslims and Christians in the community
Adding heft to the criticism, MPAC’s Kamor highlighted that this situation mirrors similar cases around the country where faith‑based groups assert undue influence in matters of religious infrastructure. He cautioned that unless religious institutions respect pluralism, the fabric of Ede’s interfaith harmony could be irreparably damaged. MSSN also stressed that the SDA involvement through the Adeleke family—a household notable for its multi‑faith legacy—has made the issue overly personal and politically charged .
Both organisations appealed urgently to Osun State government and regulatory bodies to intervene, insisting that all religious communities must enjoy equal rights to build places of worship. They stressed that interference by faith groups in each other’s affairs runs contrary to Nigeria’s constitutional guarantees and could spark resentment rather than understanding.
MPAC and MSSN concluded by urging stakeholders to restore calm and reaffirm Ede’s reputation for tolerance. They implored both Muslims and Christians to engage in constructive dialogue, affirming that peaceful coexistence and mutual respect must remain at the heart of any resolution to the mosque controversy.
