DSS, Police Play Deaf As Islamic Cleric Reaffirms N1Million Bounty On Pastor’s Head Over Alleged Blasphemy
Concerns have emerged over inaction by security agencies after an Islamic cleric reportedly reaffirmed a ₦1 million bounty placed on the head of a pastor accused of blasphemy.
The concerns started the northern Islamic cleric insists he will not withdraw the offer under any circumstance.
The cleric, in a viral video had called for the beheading of the pastor over alleged blasphemy, a statement that sparked widespread concern over incitement.
The video circulated widely on social media, drawing attention and raising fears over the potential escalation of religious tensions, particularly in northern Nigeria.
Reaffirming his position in a new video, the cleric said, “I still stand by the contract I have that whoever can behead the pastor who insulted the prophet of God will get one million naira. I swear to Almighty God I will fulfill my plea. No going back l, and as the pastor is a very useless man.”
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He further maintained his pledge, stating, “Secondly, whoever fulfills that requirement (beheading the pastor), I swear to Allah I’ll give him that money (one million naira), no retreat…”
The cleric’s remarks have continued to draw attention, with calls for restraint and adherence to lawful processes in handling matters relating to religious allegations.
Condemning the apparent silence on the issue, some Nigerians have taken to social media to call out security agencies for their silence on the threat.
