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Sharia Council urges EFCC to Identify Religious sect funding Terrorism.
Sharia Council urges EFCC to Identify Religious sect funding Terrorism.
The recent call by the Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria (SCSN) for the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) to disclose the name of the religious organisation allegedly sponsoring terrorism in the country has sparked widespread concern and urgency. The gravity of the situation and its potential implications for the nation’s peace and security demand immediate attention and decisive action.
In a recent statement, the SCSN emphasized the critical need for full disclosure of the identity of the religious body allegedly involved in sponsoring terrorism, particularly in light of the substantial amount of funds—N7 billion out of N13 billion—traced to its account. The council rightly raised concerns about the potential misuse of these funds for activities that pose a direct threat to the country’s stability and security.
The EFCC’s Chairman, Ola Olukoyede, revealed at a youth dialogue programme in Abuja that the anti-graft agency had uncovered how a religious sect in Nigeria was laundering money for terrorists. Additionally, he mentioned that another religious body was found to be protecting a money launderer after funds suspected to have been laundered were traced to the organization’s bank account. These revelations have sent shockwaves across the nation and underscore the urgent need for transparency and accountability in addressing the disturbing nexus between religious groups and insurgency.
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Terrorism is a matter of grave concern that requires not only public attention but also prompt legal action against sponsors and those found complicit in financing activities that undermine the country’s security. The SCSN’s call for the EFCC to publish the list of all sponsors of criminal activities and collaborate with relevant authorities to ensure swift legal action is a crucial step towards addressing this pressing issue.
Furthermore, the SCSN highlighted the composition of the committee responsible for addressing the religious crisis, expressing concerns about fairness and inclusivity. The absence of Muslim representation in the security committee, despite the significant Muslim population in the state, raises valid questions about the committee’s ability to effectively address the root causes of the ongoing conflicts. The council’s call for the re-evaluation of the committee’s composition to ensure genuine representation of the entire population is a necessary step towards fostering inclusivity and fairness in addressing religious tensions and security challenges.
In the face of these developments, it is evident that transparency, accountability, and inclusivity are paramount in addressing the complex issues surrounding terrorism sponsorship and religious conflicts. The public’s demand for proper legal action against sponsors of criminal activities, coupled with the urgent need for collaboration between relevant authorities, underscores the collective responsibility to safeguard the nation’s peace and security.
The EFCC’s prompt release of the list of sponsors and its commitment to working with relevant authorities to ensure legal action are essential steps towards addressing the nexus between religious groups and insurgency. Additionally, a thorough re-evaluation of the committee’s composition to ensure genuine representation and inclusivity will contribute to fostering a more comprehensive and effective approach to addressing religious tensions and security challenges.
In conclusion, the urgent call for transparency, accountability, and inclusivity in addressing terrorism, sponsorship, and religious conflicts is a collective responsibility that demands immediate attention and decisive action. The collaboration between the EFCC and relevant authorities, coupled with the public’s demand for legal action against sponsors of criminal activities, is essential in safeguarding the nation’s peace and security. It is imperative that all stakeholders work together to address these pressing issues and ensure a more inclusive and equitable approach to promoting peace and stability in Nigeria.
