A factional leader of the insurgent group, Boko Haram, Abu Musad Albarnawi, has said the Abubakar Shekau-led group will soon be defeated by the Nigerian Army. Albarnawari said this in a video uploaded to YouTube. He said Shekau has gone against the objectives of the insurgent group and its teachings. “Muhammad Yusuf and the rest... Read More

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March 1, 2016

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‘Ese Oruru can’t choose her faith until she’s 18’ – Islamic group

As the controversy surrounding the alleged kidnap of Bayelsa state teenager, Ese Oruru, continues to grow, an Islamic group, the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has called on the Nigerian government to prosecute Yinusa Yellow for kidnapping Ese. This was said in a statement signed by Professor Ishaq Akintola, the Director of Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC)‎. Akintola,... Read More

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July 18, 2015

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Islamic group appeals to Boko Haram

Ansar-ud-deen Society of Nigeria (ADS) has appealed to the Boko Haram insurgents to sheathe their swords and allow peace to reign in the country. This was disclosed in a statement signed by its Publicity Secretary, Muibi Adebanjo in Ibadan on Saturday. The group congratulated the Muslims for the successful completion of Ramadan and urged the Islamic faithful... Read More

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