Tag: MURIC

MURIC condemns attacks on Oluwo, labels them Islamophobic

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has condemned recent allegations against the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, described them as Islamophobic and a calculated attempt to discredit the monarch.   In a statement issued on Friday, 29th August 2025, the Executive Director of MURIC, Professor Ishaq Akintola, said those behind the allegations of marijuana use against the monarch are “rebellious subjects, unscrupulous elements, mud-slingers and Muslim-haters.”   “It is Islamophobia. As the most outspoken Muslim traditional ruler in Yorubaland, the desire of Muslim-haters is to silence him. They use both…

MURIC calls for Muslim Governorship candidates in South West ahead of 2027 Elections

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has urged political parties in the South West to field Muslim candidates in the 2027 gubernatorial elections, citing what it described as religious imbalance in the region’s political leadership.   The group’s Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, made the call in a statement issued on Monday, August 25, 2025.   MURIC noted that for the past six years, all six governors in the South West have been Christians, a situation it said has marginalized Muslims in governance and weakened inclusivity.   “With the exception of…

MURIC slams global silence as 50 muslims killed in Katsina attacks

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has condemned the killing of 50 Muslims in coordinated bandit attacks on several communities in Malunfashi Local Government Area of Katsina State, accused the West of double standards in its response to such tragedies.   In a statement issued on Saturday, 23rd August 2025, and signed by its Founder and Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, MURIC described the killings as “gruesome, ferocious, inhuman and barbaric.”   Reports indicated that between Monday night and Tuesday morning, 4th and 5th August 2025, armed bandits invaded Gidan Adamu…

MURIC backs Isese Day holiday demand, insists Traditionalists must respect Others’ rights

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has expressed support for calls by traditionalists in Yorubaland for the Federal Government to declare August 21st and 22nd as Isese Day public holidays.   MURIC, however, said its support comes with conditions, stressed that traditional religion adherents must also respect the fundamental rights of others.   The group’s position was contained in a statement issued on Thursday, August 21, 2025, by its Founder and Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola.   According to Akintola, freedom of religion is a fundamental human right that must be…

MURIC mourns Alara of Aramoko, Oba Adegoke Olu-Adeyemi

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), has expressed deep sorrow over the death of the Alara of Aramoko, Oba Adegoke Olu-Adeyemi, described his demise as a monumental loss to the Muslim community and the Nigerian traditional institution.   In a condolence message signed by MURIC Abuja chapter Chairman, Ustaz Yunus Salaudeen, and Public Relations Officer, Mallam Lukman Laleye Babalola, the group commiserated with the family of the late monarch, the people of Aramoko-Ekiti, the Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN), and the entire Muslim community in Ekiti State.   MURIC…

MURIC urges Nigerian Govt to shun Business deals with Israel

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has called on the Federal Government, state governments, and public institutions to avoid entering into business partnerships with Israel, describing such engagements as morally wrong and politically insensitive.   In a statement issued on Wednesday, 13th August 2025, MURIC’s Founder and Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, condemned a recent deal between Nigeria’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Israel’s foreign ministry involving the establishment of 40 startups in the country. He argued that any business arrangement with Israel amounts to “a romance with a terrorist state.”…

MURIC applauds NIDCOM for rescuing stranded Nigerian Miners in Central African Republic

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has commended the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM) for rescuing Nigerian miners stranded in the Central African Republic (CAR) and moving them to the safety of the Nigerian Embassy in Bangui.   MURIC’s commendation was contained in a statement signed by its Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, on Tuesday, 12 August 2025.   According to the group, a viral video surfaced recently showing the miners calling for urgent help after allegedly being tricked into travelling to CAR for mining jobs. They were reportedly recruited by…

An Appeal to His Imperial Majesty: A Call for Visionary Leadership in Oyo’s Islamic Community

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The Alaafin of Oyo Oba Abdul Hakeem Owoade Elewuetu I Your Imperial Majesty, May peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be upon you. I write to express my profound gratitude and deep admiration following the recent historic visit of the Oyo State Muslim community to your esteemed palace, an event that continues to resonate with joy and pride among us all. By extension, this visit symbolically represented the entire Muslim Ummah across South-Western Nigeria. I was privileged to be part of the delegation, and I must confess that the warm…

MURIC urges Tinubu, Northern Governors to honour Nigeria’s Teen English Champion ,Nafisa Abdullahi Aminu

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Northern governors to publicly celebrate Nafisa Abdullah Aminu, a 17-year-old student from Yobe State, who recently emerged as the global best in English language skills at the 2025 TeenEagle Global Finals held in London, United Kingdom. The call was made in a statement issued on Wednesday, 6th August 2025, by the Executive Director of MURIC, Professor Ishaq Akintola. Nafisa defeated over 20,000 students from 69 countries, including the United Kingdom, in the global English language competition, earning…

MURIC urges FG to establish Shari’ah Federal Courts nationwide

Lukman Laleye Babalola

The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has called on the Federal Government to establish Shari’ah Federal Courts across all 36 states of the federation to ensure equitable access to justice for Nigerian Muslims.   The Islamic human rights organisation made this appeal through its Executive Director, Professor Ishaq Akintola, in a statement issued on Friday.   Professor Akintola lamented the current structure of Nigeria’s judiciary, which he described as discriminatory against Muslims, particularly those residing in the southern part of the country where no Shari’ah court currently exists.   “The country’s…