“Expose them all” – Sheikh Gumi prays against sponsors of violence, Nigerians react
Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has sparked widespread reactions after offering a powerful prayer against individuals he says are contributing to Nigeria’s growing insecurity crises.
In a recent post on his Facebook, the cleric shared a heartfelt prayer, calling on Allah to punish those responsible for violence and bloodshed in the country, he said:
“Ya Allah! Whoever initiated or is behind this insecurity and bloodbath in Nigeria, whether foreign or citizen, or has any benefit, material or otherwise, or is even happy that people are being killed, or willingly did nothing to stop it, may by your divine power be exposed and your anger poured upon them and punished immediately without harm to the innocent. Amin. Say Amin!”
The post drew mixed reactions, many expressed support, while others questioned his honest position to curb the country’s security challenges.
One commenter wrote, “Anyone who in one way or another supported the enemies of Nigeria, aka ‘Bandits,’ will not see the end of this year.” Sheikh Gumi responded, “Amin to all the enemies of Nigeria, bandits included. Ok. Say Ameen to my prayer too!”
Sheikh Gumi is known for his controversial stance on banditry, defending bandit groups and negotiating for their surrender, which has earned him both criticism and praise.
His latest prayer has reignited debate about the role of spiritual intervention versus direct action in addressing insecurity.
While some commend him for speaking out, others stress that only tangible measures, such as arrests and prosecutions, can effectively tackle Nigeria’s security crisis.
