NSCIA warns against ‘attacks’ on Islam, urges government to check inciting remarks

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja

The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has accused some individuals and groups of persistently profiling Islam and Muslims in Nigeria, warning that continued attacks on the faith and its adherents could undermine national peace and unity.

The apex Islamic body, led by the Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar, in a statement issued on Monday by its…