Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria, MUSWEN, the umbrella body of Muslims in the South West geopolitical zone has raised concerns that the recent invasion of a mosque by masquerade in Ondo State, may lead to religious crisis if not properly addressed.
MUSWEN in a statement made available to journalists on Monday, called on the state government and security agencies to arrest and punish the perpetrators responsible for the masquerade invasion of an Imam’s House and Mosque in Oke Agbe, Akoko in the state.
MUSWEN made the call in a press release made available to DAILY POST on Monday, signed by the duo of MUSWEN President, Rasaki Oladejo, Executive Secretary, Professor Muslih Tayo Yahya.
The signatories in the statement, described the attack as one that can lead to religious crisis in the state.
MUSWEN warned that if not properly checked, such an act, risks escalating communal tensions and eroding the harmony that the state is known for.
They urged the state government to immediately launch a thorough investigation into the incident to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the invasion and to help identify the culprits, and ensure they face the full weight of the law.
“We urge the relevant authorities, including the police and local government officials, to act swiftly and impartially to bring the perpetrators to justice and prevent future occurrences”;.
