The CTF Imams Initiative Committee, (CFII), has advocated the inclusion of religious leaders in the country’s security architecture to tackle this challenge in the country.
The Initiative’s chairman, Dr. Tajuddeen Adigun, made the request during the 17th Extraordinary Dawrah (conference) of CTF Imams at the weekend, in Abuja.
According to Adigun, Imams are among those who could make the nation peaceful because they have supporters who listen to them more than politicians, adding that, “The reality is that people believe and listen to their imams much more than politicians.
“This is not to underestimate the position of politicians because Allah has given them the power that we must respect. However, politicians should not underestimate the influence of Imams”.
The cleric insisted that Imams have a central role to play in reducing the on-going security problems facing the country, adding that even if the government does not recognise their role in tackling insecurity, Imams should recognise it and play their role responsibly.
Earlier, CTF Minister, Muhammad Bello, praised the contributions of CTF Imams not only to tackle insecurity, but also to ensure the implementation and success of the policies of the CTF administration.
The conference, which had the theme: “The Unity of Imams as a Force of the Ummah and the Secure Nation”, was also attended by Imams from the 19 Northern States.
