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Shiite Muslims deny allegations of human rights abuse levelled against them

“We wish to make it clear to all that Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky does not have a ‘sect’ as they claimed and he has said it on countless occasions that he does not belong to any sect.”

Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky

Shiite Muslims under the aegis of Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMIN) have denied allegations of human rights abuse levelled against it by residents in Zaria, Kaduna state.

ThisDay Newspapers reports that some residents of Zaria led by Alhaji Mohammed Baba accused the sect of disturbing the peace of the city.

Speaking on the allegation, Ibrahim Musa- the sect’s spokesman said “The faceless group referred to as ‘Zaria Residents’ has no identity and does not represent all the Nigerians resident in Zaria but the mischief of their sponsors to make such proclamation that made front pages in most Nigerian dailies.

He also said “Contrary to the purported lies by the faceless group, his Eminence Sheikh Ibrahim Zakzaky had lived with Gyallesu residents in Zaria happily despite attempts by security operatives to cause disharmony at various times.”

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Adding that “This is evident from the way he exchanged pleasantries and gifts during festivities as can be attested from the movement’s websites over the years. He hosted Eid feast with many from different places, including Christians in attendance.”

Members of the Shiite sect have come under fire for allegedly attempting to assassinate the Chief of Army staff- Lt. Gen. Tukur Buratai.

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