No Fear, No Panic’ — Gumi Debunks Viral Video Claiming US Marked Him For Death

Speaking in an interview with Leadership, Gumi explained that the viral video being referenced is an old clip and has been widely misinterpreted. He said the footage relates to a threat he faced from the Boko Haram insurgent group in 2012, not any current danger linked to US military operations.

The cleric clarified that there is no threat to his life at present and called on media organisations that circulated the report to issue public retractions and apologies.

“There is a piece of fake news making the rounds suggesting that I claimed I was targeted during a US attack on Nigerian soil. I never said that, nor did such a thought cross my mind,” Gumi stated.

“I am peacefully at home with my family, without fear, intimidation, or anxiety.”

He explained that the confusion likely arose from a sermon he delivered in which he recounted how, in August 2012, he was informed that Boko Haram had planned to assassinate him. According to him, the two individuals sent to carry out the attack died instantly when the explosive device they carried detonated near his residence.

Gumi reiterated his demand for a public apology from news outlets that reported the story inaccurately.

“I did not offend anyone, and I never said I was listed among people marked for elimination. The report being circulated is completely false,” he said.

“I am a peaceful person, living peacefully, and my life is not under any threat. What is being shared online is not what I said. I never claimed anyone wants to eliminate me now, and I am not afraid of anyone.”