The Supreme Council for Shariah in Nigeria, SCSN, has debunked reports that it asked Muslims to pray for the removal of Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Chairman, Prof. Joash Amupitan, describing the claims as false and misleading.
In a statement issued on Monday in Kaduna, the Council’s Secretary-General, Nafi’u Baba Ahmad, said the reports were based on anonymous and unofficial sources aimed at stirring tension and politicizing the organization.
“The Council categorically dissociates itself from these claims in their entirety. At no time did the Council issue any directive, statement, or call of such nature,” the statement said.
While rejecting the social media claims, the Council reiterated its earlier position that the INEC chairman should step down or be removed from office, citing what it described as concerns over perceived bias against Islam and Muslims.
It stressed that its position is grounded in documented actions and legal submissions, rather than political or sectarian motives.
The Council also urged Muslims and the media to rely only on its official communications and cautioned against spreading unverified information
SCSN reaffirmed its commitment to justice, moral integrity, and peaceful coexistence, stating that it would not be drawn into partisan political disputes.
NAN
