"Deborah's Tragic Death: Bashir Ahmad Blames Mob Violence, Not Sharia Law"

Table of Contents

• Introduction
• Statement from Bashir Ahmad
• Understanding Sharia Law
• Background on Deborah Samuel
• Frequently Asked Questions

Introduction

Bashir Ahmad, the former media aide to the late President Muhammadu Buhari, asserts that the murder of Deborah Samuel in Sokoto is unrelated to Sharia law.

Statement from Bashir Ahmad

In a post on his verified X account on Monday, Ahmad stated that the incident was a blatant act of extrajudicial mob violence, which is entirely against the teachings of Islam and is met with severe repercussions.

He emphasized that Sharia does not condone mob actions, lynching, or taking the law into one's own hands.

Furthermore, he mentioned that every case, including those involving accusations of blasphemy, should be presented before a competent Sharia court, where due process, evidence, and legal representation are assured.

“It is crucial for people to understand that Deborah's murder had nothing to do with Sharia law. What occurred was an act of extrajudicial mob violence,” he said.

“In fact, under Sharia law, Deborah could not have been prosecuted since she was not a Muslim, and Sharia criminal liabilities apply solely to believers.”

“Many are unaware that if those who unlawfully killed her were to be tried according to the actual provisions of Sharia, they could face the death penalty. The Sharia principle is unequivocal: ‘a soul for a soul’ and ‘an eye for an eye,’” he added.

Background on Deborah Samuel

DAILY POST recalls that in 2022, a student named Deborah was lynched by several male Muslim students for allegedly insulting Prophet Mohammed on a WhatsApp platform.

Frequently Asked Questions