• Hausa Edition
  • Podcast
  • Conferences
  • LeVogue Magazine
  • Business News
  • Print Advert Rates
  • Online Advert Rates
  • Contact Us
Saturday, June 7, 2025
Leadership Newspapers
Read in Hausa
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us
No Result
View All Result
Leadership Newspapers
No Result
View All Result

Yoruba Council Seeks Political Solution To Religious Court Establishment

by Olakunle Olasanmi and Onuado Cynthia
5 months ago
in Politics
Yoruba Council Seeks Political Solution To Religious Court Establishment
Share on WhatsAppShare on FacebookShare on XTelegram

The Yoruba Council Worldwide (YCW), an umbrella organisation representing Yoruba people globally, has opposed the planned inauguration of a Sharia Court in Oyo Town, Oyo State.

Advertisement

The event, organised by the Supreme Council for Shari-ah in Nigeria (SCSN), is slated for January 11, 2025, at the Muslim Community Islamic Centre, Mobolaje area, Oyo Town.

The group said this in a statement signed by its president, Aare Oladotun Hassan Esq and its national publicity secretary, Bashorun Isaac Aderemi Ajibola, and addressed to Sheikh AbdulRasheed Hadiyatullah, president of SCSN, and other key stakeholders.

YCW, in the statement, described the move as a violation of Nigerian laws and a threat to Yoruba ancestral rights and cultural heritage.

The council emphasised that Yoruba land is a multicultural and multi-religious region with distinct traditions and values, rejecting any attempt to impose Sharia law or courts. The organisation warned that the inauguration could disrupt peaceful coexistence in the region and provoke ethno-religious tensions.

RELATED

‘I Can’t Follow You To APC’, Akwa Ibom Commissioner Tells Gov Eno, Resigns

‘I Can’t Follow You To APC’, Akwa Ibom Commissioner Tells Gov Eno, Resigns

23 hours ago
Press Freedom Day: Gov Eno Tasks Journalists On Constructive Reportage   

BREAKING: ‘I’m Now Making Progressive Move’, Akwa Ibom Gov Announces Defection To APC

1 day ago

YCW referenced historical resistance against Islamic invasions during the old Oyo Empire, underscoring its commitment to defending Yoruba land against any form of destabilisation. The council also highlighted concerns over human rights abuses linked to Sharia law in Northern Nigeria, such as severe punishments for minor offenses.

In their demand for immediate cancellation of the event, the YCW called on prominent Yoruba leaders, including His Imperial Majesty Ooni of Ife, President Bola Tinubu, and other political and religious stakeholders, to intervene. The group also urged security agencies to act swiftly to prevent the event, stressing their readiness to resist the move through legal and peaceful means.

The Yoruba Council Worldwide stated, “We don’t want Sharia law or Sharia courts in Oyo State or any part of Yoruba land. Yoruba culture and traditions are distinct, and any attempt to introduce alien laws will be met with fierce and logical resistance.

“We foresee this as an attempt to lure our peace-loving people of Yoruba land into unnecessary attrition of ethno-religious war, consequently this is despicable, demeaning and laughable to say the least.

“We avowed to mobilize resistance through all available legitimate means not limited to legal sanctions at a court of competent jurisdiction, we hereby place the Director General of the Department of State Services, NIA, IGP of Police on red alert to stop this impending provocative evil menace if the plan moves forward,” the group noted.


We’ve got the edge. Get real-time reports, breaking scoops, and exclusive angles delivered straight to your phone. Don’t settle for stale news. Join LEADERSHIP NEWS on WhatsApp for 24/7 updates →

Join Our WhatsApp Channel

START EARNING US DOLLARS as a Nigerian ($35,000) monthly. Companies are sacking their workers due to AI (artificial intelligence), business owners are in panic mode. Only the smart will make it. Click here


Tags: Sharia Court
SendShareTweetShare
Previous Post

Christmas: CAN Applauds Soba LG Boss Over Donation To Christians

Next Post

SAHEL CRISIS… Federal Gov’t Dismisses Niger Leader’s Allegation Against Nigeria

Olakunle Olasanmi and Onuado Cynthia

Olakunle Olasanmi and Onuado Cynthia

You May Like

‘I Can’t Follow You To APC’, Akwa Ibom Commissioner Tells Gov Eno, Resigns
Politics

‘I Can’t Follow You To APC’, Akwa Ibom Commissioner Tells Gov Eno, Resigns

2025/06/06
Press Freedom Day: Gov Eno Tasks Journalists On Constructive Reportage   
News

BREAKING: ‘I’m Now Making Progressive Move’, Akwa Ibom Gov Announces Defection To APC

2025/06/06
Enugu IPAC Applauds CP On Efforts To Sustain Peace
Politics

IPAC Urges Unity, Peace, Sacrifice As Nigerians Mark Eid-el-Kabir

2025/06/06
I’ve No Plan To Join APC – Ex-PDP Guber Candidate
Politics

I’ve No Plan To Join APC – Ex-PDP Guber Candidate

2025/06/06
Adeleke Approves N1.6bn Bond Certificates For Retirees
Politics

PDP Flays APC Over Alleged Disrespect Of Tinubu

2025/06/06
FCT Minister Directs Demolition Of Abuja Community For Presidential Fleet Plot
Politics

Why Nigeria Needs Tinubu – Wike

2025/06/06
Leadership Conference advertisement

LATEST

Why We Established ‘Discoverer Nigeria’ News Platform — Editor

Lawmaker Orgainses Training For Rice Farmers In Kebbi

Bauchi Govt, Tertiary Institutions Sign MoU On New Salary Structure

Kwara Man Takes ‘Colo’, Jumps Into Well After Returning From Eid Prayer, Dies

Osimhen Accepts Al Hilal Offer, Agrees Personal Terms With Saudi Club

NUJ Condemns Death Threat Against Adamawa Council Chairman

Ronaldo Turns Down Offers To Play At Club World Cup

Tinubu Mourns Boxing Legend Nwankpa

PICTORIAL: NAF Airstrikes Destroy Terrorists’ Hideouts, Foil Eid Attack In Borno

Ireland Deports 35 Nigerians Over Immigration Rule Violations

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • News
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Sport
  • Health
  • Entertainment
  • Opinion
    • Editorial
  • Columns
  • Football
  • Others
    • LeVogue Magazine
    • Conferences
    • National Economy
  • Contact Us

© 2025 Leadership Media Group - All Rights Reserved.