Dr. Paul Enenche, Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, has issued a fierce condemnation of controversial Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi over recent statements regarding Nigeria’s religious demographics and political landscape.
Reactions flared after Sheikh Gumi claimed that the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket demonstrated that Muslims outnumber Christians in Nigeria. Gumi further sparked outrage by urging Muslims to “show infidels their limit,” leading to strong pushback from Christian leaders and civil society groups.
Calls for Security Intervention
Speaking out against the cleric’s comments, Pastor Enenche expressed outrage at the inflammatory nature of the remarks and called on federal security agencies to immediately step in.
Enenche argued that allowing individuals to publicly make divisive and extremist statements poses a direct threat to national peace and security.
“Such people belong either in prison or a psychiatric hospital,” Enenche stated. “It’s time for the Nigerian government to call such people to order. I blame the security forces for allowing people who make such statements to move freely on the streets.”
Rising Tensions Over Religious Rhetoric
The clash highlights the continuing sensitivity surrounding religion and politics in Nigeria. The introduction of the same-faith presidential ticket during the 2023 elections remains a deeply polarizing topic, with critics arguing it undermines religious balance in a nation roughly split between Christians and Muslims.
As economic and political discussions intensify ahead of future electoral cycles, religious leaders across both faiths continue to caution against incendiary language that could incite communal violence or destabilize public safety.
Security agencies have yet to issue an official statement regarding Pastor Enenche’s call for Sheikh Gumi’s arrest or questioning.
