Freedom Comes With Rules” – Sheikh Gumi Speaks On Nnamdi Kanu Demand

Controversial Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has stated that he is willing to support calls for the release of Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), provided Kanu shows genuine remorse for his actions and publicly advocates for peace.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Gumi made the comments on Tuesday during an interview on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief.

The cleric noted that amnesty remains a possibility, citing historical precedents where individuals accused of acting against the state were later granted clemency by various leaders.

He said, “This Kanu, who was imprisoned for terrorism and for advocating attacks on our soldiers, if he now demonstrates remorse and calls for peace, I would be at the forefront in advocating for his pardon and amnesty. Look at our own history—President Shagari granted amnesty to Ojukwu. Umaru Yar’Adua offered amnesty to Niger Delta militants, who had committed acts of terrorism. That’s how we have handled such cases.”

Gumi further emphasized the need for non-violent strategies in tackling insecurity in Nigeria, particularly in the northern region.

“We have people willing to lay down their arms, so why does it always have to be kinetic? Even the United States struggled in Afghanistan, and Israel in a small strip of land. Our army is not designed to combat guerrilla warfare. No army is equipped for the type of conflicts we face today.

“If the Fulani herdsmen are willing to make peace, they often come armed for various reasons. Can you engage IPOB for peace? Can you negotiate with Boko Haram? Former leaders have attempted dialogue, and some succeeded temporarily, but sustained peace is challenging. Anyone inclined toward peace, I support them wholeheartedly,” Gumi concluded.