The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has sounded the alarm over the spread of false and malicious information on social media, falsely attributing a contentious statement to the Sultan of Sokoto, His Eminence, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar.
In a press release, the NSCIA vehemently condemned the misinformation, labeling it a deliberate attempt to fuel a divisive agenda related to the alleged Islamization of Nigeria. The council emphasized that the Sultan, a revered religious leader, has been out of the country for two weeks, making it impossible for him to have made such a statement.
The NSCIA described the false claims as “baseless, unfounded, and malicious,” highlighting the Sultan’s leadership of a Muslim community that welcomes people from all ethnic groups in Nigeria. The council’s warning serves as a reminder to be cautious of misinformation on social media and to verify information through reputable sources.
