MUSWEN Condemns Ondo Mosque Invasion, Demands for Urgent Action
MUSWEN urges swift investigation and justice over alleged masquerade-led invasion of mosque and Imam’s residence in Ondo State, warning against threats to religious harmony and peaceful coexistence.
By Abdullahi Yusuf
The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) has strongly condemned the recent invasion of an Imam’s residence and mosque by masquerades in Oke Agbe, Akoko area of Ondo State. The organisation urged the state government and security operatives to promptly apprehend and prosecute those behind the provocative act.
In a statement released on Monday and jointly signed by its President, Alhaji Rasaki Oladejo, and Executive Secretary/CEO, Professor Muslih Tayo Yahya, MUSWEN warned that failure to act could threaten the peace and religious harmony long associated with the state.
Below is the full statement titled “MUSWEN Calls for Investigation and Justice in Masquerade Invasion of Imam’s House and Mosque in Oke Agbe, Akoko, Ondo State.”
The Muslim Ummah of South West Nigeria (MUSWEN) strongly condemns the reported invasion of the residence of an Imam and a mosque in Oke Agbe, Akoko, Akoko North Local Government Area of Ondo State, by individuals allegedly associated with a masquerade festival.
This unacceptable act of sacrilege and violation of the sanctity of a place of worship and the privacy of a religious leader’s home is deeply troubling and undermines the principles of peaceful coexistence, mutual respect, and religious tolerance that our society upholds.
We call on the Ondo State Government to immediately launch a thorough investigation into this incident to ascertain the circumstances surrounding the invasion, identify the culprits, and ensure they face the full weight of the law.
Such acts, if left unaddressed, risk escalating communal tensions and eroding the harmony that Ondo State is known for. 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.
MUSWEN also appeals to all stakeholders—traditional, religious, and community leaders—to promote dialogue and mutual understanding to foster peace in Oke Agbe and beyond.
We stand in solidarity with the Muslim community in Oke Agbe and reaffirm our commitment to advocating for justice, religious harmony, and respect for all faiths. We call on all citizens to uphold the values of tolerance and unity, which are essential for the progress of our society.
Source: MuslimNews