“I’ve Been Marked for Elimination as Boko Haram Figure” — Sheikh Gumi Alleges Abuja Security Plot, Blames US and Foreign Interference for Nigeria’s Insecurity

Controversial Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has claimed that he was secretly warned by security sources in Abuja that his name appeared on a list of individuals allegedly marked for elimination as Boko Haram figures. Speaking to his congregation, Gumi said he received an early-morning phone call from an unidentified source who informed him that his name was mentioned during high-level national security discussions.

Gumi alleged that the plan involved foreign forces, accusing the United States of targeting him and blaming American policies for the emergence and sustenance of Boko Haram insurgents. He argued that foreign-backed narratives had deepened Nigeria’s insecurity and worsened religious and social divisions, while falsely portraying Christians as the sole victims of violence.

The cleric further accused Nigerian political and religious leaders of remaining silent in the face of growing hardship, oppression, and insecurity, saying their failure to engage in honest dialogue had left the country fragmented and fearful. He warned that continued silence and division among leaders and scholars would further drag Nigeria into crisis, stressing that no sovereign nation should tolerate external interference designed to divide its people along religious or social lines.

Sheikh Gumi Criticizes Bombing of Terrorists in Nigeria, Cites Ideological Roots and Security Corruption

Controversial Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmed Gumi has criticized the recent bombing of terrorist camps in Nigeria, arguing that military force alone cannot end terrorism, which he says is rooted in ideology. Speaking to TrustTV, Gumi alleged that groups like Boko Haram and ISIS are sponsored by foreign powers, particularly the United States.

He also accused Nigeria’s security system of corruption, claiming funds intended for modern weapons are mismanaged, and urged the government to withdraw U.S. military involvement. Gumi described Nigerians who supported the strikes as misguided and emphasized learning from South Africa’s approach to combating apartheid.

Sheikh Gumi Slams Nigerians Backing U.S. Sokoto Airstrikes, Calls Supporters ‘Stupid’, Says Trump’s Hands Are ‘Bloodstained’

Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmed Gumi has criticised Nigerians who support the recent U.S. airstrikes on alleged terrorist camps in Sokoto State, describing them as “stupid” and misguided. Gumi faulted the Nigerian government for permitting foreign military involvement, warned of threats to national sovereignty, and accused former U.S. President Donald Trump of having “bloodstained hands.” He urged Nigeria to demand the withdrawal of U.S. forces, cautioning that American intervention could worsen insecurity and deepen religious divisions.

Sheikh Gumi Condemns US Airstrikes In Northern Nigeria, Warns Of Rising Insecurity And Loss Of Sovereignty

Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has strongly criticised the recent United States airstrikes in northern Nigeria, warning that foreign military intervention could worsen insecurity, polarise the country and erode national sovereignty. In a statement shared on December 26, 2025, Gumi argued that while eliminating terrorists is justified, such actions should not be carried out by foreign powers he accused of having ulterior motives and a record of civilian casualties. He cautioned that US involvement could turn Nigeria into a theatre of war, attract anti-American militant groups and inflame religious tensions, especially with claims that the strikes were meant to protect Christians. Gumi urged the Nigerian government to halt military cooperation with the US, warning of political consequences ahead of the 2027 elections, and suggested alternative partnerships with countries like China, Turkey and Pakistan. He also stressed that airstrikes alone cannot end terrorism, calling for Nigerian-led ground operations to effectively address the threat.

Sheikh Gumi Sues Two Facebook Users Over Alleged Defamation, Says False Threat Claims Endangered His Life

Renowned Islamic scholar, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has instituted a criminal defamation case against two Facebook users, George Udom and Bello Isiaka, at the Chief Magistrate Court in Kaduna State over publications he says were falsely attributed to him and seriously damaged his reputation. The suit, filed on December 24, 2025, followed a Facebook post alleging that Gumi threatened Nigeria’s Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, over ongoing military operations against bandits.

According to court documents, the defendants allegedly published a statement claiming that Gumi warned that the minister’s family in Zango Kataf, Southern Kaduna, would be eliminated if military offensives against bandits continued. Through his lawyer, Suleiman Lere, Sheikh Gumi categorically denied ever making or endorsing such remarks, describing the publication as malicious, reckless and deliberately crafted to portray him as a terrorist sympathiser and a threat to national security.

Gumi maintained that the false claim gravely harmed his standing as a cleric known for advocating peace, dialogue and restraint, while also exposing him to possible reprisals from security agencies and members of the public. His legal team warned that the era of hiding behind social media platforms to spread falsehoods and destroy reputations was coming to an end.

The criminal summons cited provisions of the Kaduna State Penal Code Law, 2017, under which the alleged offences attract serious penalties upon conviction. The case has further drawn attention to the growing problem of misinformation and defamation on social media in Nigeria, particularly against high-profile figures.

Sheikh Gumi, who has previously engaged armed bandits as part of peace-building efforts in northern Nigeria, reiterated that he stepped back from such engagements after the federal government designated bandits as terrorists in 2021. He stressed that while his past interventions were aimed at peace and economic stability, they exposed him to significant personal risks he is no longer willing to take.

Renowned Islamic cleric Sheikh Dr. Ahmad Abubakar Gumi has approached the Chief Magistrate Court of Kaduna State, seeking criminal action against two Facebook users over an alleged defamatory publication and death threat linked to Nigeria’s Minister of Defence. The legal action follows claims that the defendants falsely attributed a threatening statement to Sheikh Gumi, portraying him as the author of a violent warning directed at the defence minister and his family.

Court documents obtained by SaharaReporters show that the application was filed at the Chief Magistrate Court sitting on Ibrahim Taiwo Road, Kaduna. The matter, listed as Case No: KD Km 1685725, names Sheikh Gumi as the complainant, while George Udom and Bello Isiaka are listed as defendants. Sheikh Gumi is seeking the issuance of a criminal direct complaint summons against the two individuals.

According to the application addressed to the Registrar of the court, the complaint arose from a Facebook post allegedly published by the defendants on December 23, 2025. The post, described as a “Breaking News” item, reportedly stated that if the Minister of Defence, Christopher Musa, did not stop military operations against bandits, his entire family in Zangon Kataf, Southern Kaduna, would be eliminated.

The filing further identified the Facebook accounts allegedly used to publish the statement, including the usernames and partial phone details associated with George Udom and Bello Isiaka. Sheikh Gumi told the court that his photograph was attached to the post, leading many social media users to believe that he authored the statement. He said he received numerous calls from people who assumed he had issued the threat against the defence minister.

Sheikh Gumi argued that the publication falsely portrayed him as someone who threatened a public servant, specifically the Minister of Defence, whose constitutional responsibility includes maintaining peace and security across Nigeria, including Kaduna State. He maintained that the post not only damaged his reputation but also posed serious security implications by linking him to a potential act of violence.

Describing himself as an Islamic scholar widely known for preaching peace in Nigeria and beyond, Sheikh Gumi stated that the publication painted him as a troublemaker capable of inciting unrest and disrupting the fragile peace in Kaduna State. He further warned that the post positioned him as a prime suspect should any attack occur against the defence minister’s family or in Southern Kaduna, thereby exposing him to possible danger and state scrutiny.

According to the court filing, the alleged actions of the defendants violate several provisions of the Kaduna State Penal Code Law 2017, including sections relating to criminal conspiracy, attempted public disturbance, and criminal defamation. Sheikh Gumi’s legal team argued that the publication was not only defamatory but also capable of inciting fear, unrest, and public disorder.

The application, dated December 24, 2025, was signed by Sheikh Gumi’s lawyers from the firm of Suleiman D. Lere & Co., Kaduna. The legal team includes Suleiman Danlami Lere Esq., Ibrahim Ahmad Esq., I.H. Yahya Esq., and Saratu Nura Hassan Esq.

As of the time of reporting, the Chief Magistrate Court has not fixed a date for the hearing of the application or for the issuance of the criminal summons. The case adds to ongoing debates around misinformation, misuse of social media, and the legal consequences of publishing unverified and potentially dangerous content in Nigeria.

The development also comes amid heightened national sensitivity over security operations, online hate speech, and the spread of false information capable of inflaming tensions or undermining public confidence in security institutions.

BREAKING: Islamic cleric Sheikh Gumi has described the kidnapping of schoolchildren as a “lesser evil” compared to k!ll!ng soldiers, insisting that Nigeria must negotiate with bandits to prevent greater bloodshed.

Negotiating with b@ndits not forbidden in Bible, Quran — Islamic cleric Sheikh Gumi

Popular Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi insists that Nigeria negotiating with b@ndits to prevent greater bl%%dshed is not wrong, saying it is neither prohibited in the Quran nor the Bible.

Sheikh Gumi: Foreign Powers Are Fueling Nigeria’s Insecurity

Kaduna-based Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Mahmud Abubakar Gumi has alleged that several major foreign powers are supporting armed groups and t+rrorists operating in Nigeria. According to him, the recent patterns of vi%lence indicate that foreign hands may be fueling the crisis

Sheikh Gumi Alleges Foreign Powers Are Supplying Terrorist Groups in Nigeria

Kaduna Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi claims recent coordinated attacks across Nigeria are being fuelled by powerful foreign actors supplying advanced weapons to terrorist groups. In a BBC Hausa interview, he links the renewed violence to external interference, criticises government resistance to dialogue efforts with bandits, and warns that the timing of attacks aligns with international narratives about Nigeria.

Just In: In a surprising twist, Sheikh Gumi Prays for “Divine Wrath” on Sponsors of Insecur!ty — Nigerians React

Sheikh Ahmad Gumi — widely known for visiting and negotiating with band!ts, and often criticized as their biggest sympathizer of terror!sm in Nigeria — has now prayed for God’s divine wrath to fall upon the sponsors of Nigeria’s insecurity.

Like as how now?

This statement has sparked reactions nationwide, with many Nigerians calling the comment ironic, m0cking, or even insu!ting, given Gumi’s long history of engagement with armed groups.

Social commentator Okwy Chris didn’t hold back, asking:

“Is this not laughable—or rather m0cking Nigerians?”

The remark has reopened national conversations about hypocrisy, accountability, and Nigeria’s long, painful struggle with insecurity.

As debates intensify, Nigerians are asking: Is Gumi suddenly switching positions, or is this yet another strategic attempt to influence public perception?

Do you see Gumi’s prayer as genuine — or do you think Nigerians are being m0cked again?

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SSS: Tukur Mamu Took ₦50m From Terrorists After Kaduna Train Attack, Court Told

An SSS investigator has testified in an Abuja court that Tukur Mamu, an aide to Sheikh Gumi, received ₦50 million from terrorists after the 2022 Kaduna train attack. Testifying behind a protective screen, the officer said voice notes played in court captured Mamu arranging ransom payments, with a terrorist leader, Shugaba, authorizing him to keep ₦50 million for himself. Another recording featured the group’s spokesperson requesting sound equipment, which Mamu promised to consider. Mamu is accused of negotiating ransoms on behalf of terrorists, bypassing official channels, and ensuring ransom funds reached the kidnappers.
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“Attacking the bandits will be a mistake. Negotiate with them instead. Include them in the budget. Give the bandits whatever they want”

— Sheikh Gumi tells Nigerians.
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"How can we hand Nigeria over on a platter of gold to the same foreign powers that once colonised us? Foreigners cannot solve our problems.”

~ Sheikh Gumi says

“No government can completely eliminate t+rrorism, not even America, but things are improving and Nigerians should exercise patience” — prominent Islamic cleric, Sheikh Gumi

We gave N800,000 to Sheikh Gumi just for transport"....

Sheikh Gumi justifies meetings with bandits

IPOB is attacking the police, attacking the army, attacking INEC, government institutions, killing our men in service. The Herdsmen are kidnapping children, not to kill them but to make money. How can you compare these two?

— Sheikh Gumi

"Let heads roll, save Nigeria"- Okon of Lagos urges President Tinubu to prosecute Sheikh Gumi.

Popular Nollywood actor, Imeh Bishop Umoh, popularly known as Okon of Lagos, has appealed to President Bola Tinubu to prosecute Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmed Gumi for terrorism.

Gumi has been known to push for negotiation with terrorists in their hide outs and also defending their actions.

Speaking via an open letter addressed to the president, Umoh asserted that Gumi is a well known banditry apologist and should be prosecuted if found guilty of terrorism.

Lamenting on the situation in the country, Umoh insisted that no responsible government negotiates with terrorists.

The actor wrote on Instagram: “Sheikh Gumi is a proven banditry apologist. It’s visible to the blind and audible to the deaf that there is a huge deficiency, if not a total lack of courage to arrest, investigate and subsequently prosecute and convict Sheikh Gumi if found culpable for terrorism.

“According to El-Rufai, the only repentant terrorist is a dead one and I totally agree. Keel them all! Save Nigeria!!

“No responsible government negotiates with terrorists!!!”

He added: “Yes there may be political pressures from sacred cows, but at this point does it matter? Let sacred cows be touched. Let heads roll. That’s not too much ado for our roads and farmlands to be safe again, our communities livable, as well as our churches and sacred worship centers, safe like before

“Our country is near gone. Let’s save what’s remaining of this already existing ruins and restore her back to glory. Mr. President Sir, I know you can. I hope you will.”

I just received a call from Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, and I was genuinely surprised because I'm usually the one reaching out to check on him. When I answered, he told me that all his social media accounts, including Facebook, had been taken down. He said he was notified that his content was considered a threat to national security, and shortly after, his accounts were removed.

This means we will no longer be able to receive direct updates from him through his social media platforms.

At the same time, individuals like Sheikh Gumi continue to operate publicly. His Facebook account remains active, and he freely moves around engaging with armed groups. Situations like this make it difficult for anyone to deny that Christians are facing severe threats in Nigeria. The fact that many of these attackers identify with a particular religious ideology and reference religious chants before carrying out violence should concern us all.
As for me, my own Facebook account has been shadow-banned and my page visibility restricted, meaning fewer people will see my posts. If you’re able to view this message, please share it and visit my page directly for updates, since it may not appear on your feed as usual.

This is the cost of standing for Christ and speaking what we believe to be the truth — but I will not give up.

God bless you all.