Tag: JNI

U.S. Invasion Threat: JNI urges diplomatic approach over ‘misinformation’ on alleged killings of Christians

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JNI on U.S. threat

The Jama’atu Nasril-Islam (JNI), an umbrella group for the Nigerian Muslim community, has called for a diplomatic approach to address recent tension between Nigeria and the U.S. JNI’s Secretary in Jigawa state, Muhammad Babangida, who made the call in a statement in Dutse, the state capital yesterday, stated that “Jama’atu Nasril-Islam in Jigawa expresses deep concern over the recent statement by U.S. President Donald Trump, which was based on mis-information regarding the treatment of Christians in Nigeria”. Babangida, therefore, urged Nigerians to stand firm in unity, pray, and work hard…

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Plateau: JNI rejects Gov.’s move to create “state indigenous muslims group” 

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Plateau JNI rejects

Plateau Jama’atu Nasrul Islam (JNI) firmly denounces Governor Mutfwang’s attempts to divide the Muslim community in the state through the creation of a separate indigenous Muslim group.  According to a statement issued by the JNI yesterday, this divisive action not only threatens the unity and cohesion among Muslims in Plateau State, but also undermines the peaceful co-existence that has been maintained within the community. It said, “The move to create a separate indigenous Muslim group is a dangerous and harmful tactic that will only serve to sow seeds of discord…

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Plateau: JNI kicks, as Mutfwang creates portfolio for Indigenous Muslims

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JNI Mutfwang

The Plateau State chapter of Jamaatu Nasril Islam (JNI) has kicked against the appointment of a Senior Special Assistant on indigenous Muslims by the State governor, Caleb Mutfwang. Recall that the State governor had on Thursday appointed Hajiya Jamila Pam as Senior Special Assistant on Indigenous Muslims. This has generated heated controversy within and outside the state. According to reports, soon after the appointment, social media was agog with comments on appropriateness or otherwise of the appointment. Reacting to the development, the JNI and other Muslims in the State described…

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Plateau Killings: JNI calls for peace, justice for victims

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The Jamaatu Nasril Islam (JNI) has said that there must be justice for all the victims of the recent attacks in Bokkos and Barkin Ladi LGA of Plateau State. Some gunmen attacked 15 communities in ?okkos and Barkin-Ladi local government areas of Plateau State on Christmas Eve, killing over 100 people and destroying about 221 houses. The JNI, in a statement issued yesterday by its Secretary-General, Khalid Aliyu, noted that the latest killings in Plateau State appear to be well-orchestrated with ulterior motives of setting the State in political and…

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Kaduna Bomb Attack: ACF, NEF, JNl, calls for investigation

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The Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), the Northern Elders Forum (NEF), and Jama’atul Nasiru Islam (JNI) have called for an immediate probe of the inadvertent military drone attack that killed over 80 people in Tudun-Biri community, Afaka Ward, near Rigasa, in the Igabi local government area of Kaduna State, on Sunday evening, In separate press statements, both the three organisations expressed their sadness over the attack, which left many innocent civilians dead as well as several others with serious injuries. ACF, in a statement issued by its Secretary-General, Prof. Tukur Muhammad…

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Plateau: JNI protests exclusion from First Ladys N500m palliative

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…Says no single Muslim included The Plateau State chapter of Jamaatu Nasril Islam, (JNI), has alleged exclusion in the selection of beneficiaries of the N500 million palliative donation by the First Lady, Remi Tinubu. Recall that Mrs. Tinubu had on Tuesday, during a sympathy visit to the state, announced the donation of N500million to 500 families affected by the Plateau crisis across the five local government areas of Mangu, Bokkos, Barkin Ladi, Riyom and Jos-South in the State. However, the JNI, in a statement by its Director ICT/NGO Matters, Lawal…

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Niger Coup: Dont take military action against junta, JNI warns ECOWAS

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The Jamaatu Nasril Islam, (JNI), has warned Nigeria and the authorities of the Economic Community of West African States not to intervene militarily against the Niger Republics junta. Secretary-General of the Joint National Intelligence Agency, Prof. Khalid Aliyu, issued the warning yesterday, in Kaduna. Aliyu stated that the JNI, as the collective voice of the Muslim community, expressed deep concern about the democratically elected President of Niger Republic, Mohamed Bazoum, being deposed in a coup. The JNI commended the efforts undertaken by the Nigerian government, particularly initiating a dialogue process…

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JNI blasts Nigerian leaders over extravagant lifestyle as masses die in poverty

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The Jamaatu Nasril Islam (JNI) has slammed Nigerian leaders for perpetually living in affluence while the masses die in poverty. The Muslim group also called for mutual respect, peace and harmony among Nigerians. The JNI made the call in a statement issued by its Secretary-General, Khalid Aliyu. According to the statement, the JNI, under the leadership of the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Saad Abubakar III, noted that Nigerians make painful sacrifices to keep the nation moving, but the leaders are perpetually living in affluence, to the detriment of the malnourished…

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Why Nigerias insecurity may become uncontrollable JNI

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Says perpetrators of killings in S’East must be arrested The Jamaatu Nasril Islam, (JNI), has urged the Federal Government and the States to take concrete actions against insecurity. The group, in a statement by the Secretary-General, Khalid Aliyu, yesterday warned that insecurity in Nigeria may become uncontrollable. They also told the authorities to immediately take control of forests and swampy areas occupied by outlaws. The Islamic leaders also demanded the arrest and prosecution of all criminals and gangs. Pro-active measures should be taken in nipping the situations from the bud,…

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Zazzau Emirate Council, JNI at loggerhead over N21m railways compensation

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Emir Ahmad Nuhu Bamali of Zazzau

The Zazzau Emirate Council and Jamaatu Nasril Islams are at loggerheads over 21 million naira indemnity/compensation for the right of way for railway modernisation project. Zaharadeen Ibrahim, the JNI Chairman, Zazzau Emirate Branch, alleged that the Emir of Zazzau had siphoned the N21 million compensation. However, the Zazzau Emirate Council says it did not siphoned the said N21 million but kept the money pending the outcome of litigations over the property. A statement issued by Malam Mohammed minu, Wazirin Zazzau, on Tuesday in Zaria, said there were four groups contesting…

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