- They urge government to takle efforts by certain elements to incite discord between Hausa and Fulani communities
A Congregation of Northern Ulamah, coordinated by the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN), has condemned local and international propaganda falsely alleging genocide against Nigerian Christians, describing such claims as misleading and divisive.
The ulama, comprising prominent Islamic organizations, including Jama’atu Nasril Islam, Tijjaniyya, Qadiriyyah, JIBWIS (Kaduna and Jos), Salafiyyah, Jama’atu Tajdidil Islamy, the Muslim Students’ Society of Nigeria (MSSN), the Ulamah Council of Nigeria, Ummah Forum, women representatives of da’awah groups, respected Ulamah from the South, and other respected organisations and institutions, said this in a communiqué issued at the end of a Special Northern Ulamah Summit on Contemporary Issues Facing the Nigerian Muslim Ummah.
The summit took place on Wednesday, 15th October 2025, at Umaru Musa Yar’adua Hall, Murtala Muhammad Square, Kaduna, with over 600 distinguished Ulamah, scholars, and leaders from across Northern Nigeria.
While noting that Muslims have been disproportionately affected by insecurity in the region, the ulama urged patriotic Christians to speak truthfully about the situation to foster mutual understanding.
The summit “called on the Federal Government to call on the Christian Associations of Nigeria to come clean by repudiating the falsehood and called on the press on the need to uphold truth and responsible reporting by the media and international partners to promote unityand accurate representation of facts.
The Ulamah also strongly condemned orchestrated efforts by certain elements to incite discord between the Hausa and the Fulani communities. They emphasized the deep-rooted bonds of faith, intermarriage, culture, and history that unite these groups, declaring them indivisible. The summit urged Muslims to reject divisive narratives and work collectively to promote regional harmony and national stability.
Below are all the eleven resolutions taken at the summit.
“The Ulamah unanimously affirmed that unity of purpose and collective action among Muslims, guided by the Qur’an and the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad
(SAW), are indispensable for addressing the multifaceted challenges facing the
Ummah and Nigeria. The Ulamah pledged to strengthen brotherhood, mutual respect, and coordinated efforts to promote peace and stability.
“The summit expressed deep concern over the misuse of social media to propagate hatred, division, and misinformation. The Ulamah called on Muslims, particularly preachers, youth, and influencers, to leverage social media platforms responsibly to disseminate knowledge, uphold moral values, and foster unity in accordance with Islamic teachings, while refraining from spreading falsehood or divisive content.
“The Ulamah reiterate Islam’s recognition of Sulh (Reconciliation) as a vital mechanism for resolving crises. In the light of the prevailing insecurity the
Summit urged the government to approach reconciliation with utmost caution and from a position of strength. It emphasizes that the process must be all encompassing, comprehensive and holistic by addressing the needs of all parties (the victims, the bandits, and all other stakeholders) while embedding rehabilitation, reintegration, and the rebuilding of the affected communities.
“The Ulamah strongly condemned orchestrated efforts by certain elements to incite discord between the Hausa and the Fulani communities. They emphasized the deep-rooted bonds of faith, intermarriage, culture, and history that unite these groups, declaring them indivisible. The summit urged Muslims to reject divisive narratives and work collectively to promote regional harmony and national stability.
“The Ulamah categorically rejected deviant ideologies that advocate reliance solely on the Qur’an while disregarding the Prophetic Sunnah. They reaffirmed that the Qur’an and Sunnah are inseparable and form the authentic foundation of Islamic practice. The Ulamah resolved to intensify public enlightenment campaigns to educate Muslims on the dangers of such misleading ideologies and to reinforce adherence to mainstream Islamic scholarship.
“The summit expressed grave concern over persistent insecurity, including
terrorism, banditry, kidnapping, and communal violence. The Ulamah urged
relevant authorities to deploy all lawful measures to decisively address these
threats. They reiterated their readiness to collaborate with government and security agencies through peace advocacy, moral reorientation, and community mediation to restore security and stability.
“The Ulamah highlighted the severe economic challenges facing Nigerians,
including inflation, unemployment, and widespread hardship. They called on all levels of government to implement urgent, effective, and sustainable measures to alleviate suffering, create employment opportunities, and ensure equitable resource distribution to restore hope and improve the welfare of the masses.
“The Ulamah condemned local and international propaganda falsely alleging genocide against Nigerian Christians, describing such claims as misleading and divisive. They noted that Muslims have been disproportionately affected by insecurity and urged patriotic Christians to speak truthfully about the situation to foster mutual understanding. The summit called on the Federal Government to call on the Christian Associations of Nigeria (CAN) to come clean by repudiating the falsehood and called on the press on the need to upholds truth by for responsible reporting by the media and international partners to promote unity
and accurate representation of facts.
“The Ulamah unequivocally condemned the ongoing genocide and brutal occupation in Gaza, describing it as a grave violation of humanity and international law. They expressed unwavering solidarity with the Palestinian people and commended the Federal Government of Nigeria for its steadfast support for Palestine, as demonstrated at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). The summit recalled the Federal Government’s position in standing for justice and freedom in our foreign policy and urged Muslims to sustain advocacy, prayers, and humanitarian support for the Palestinian cause.
“Recognizing the importance of civic responsibility, the Ulamah encouraged Muslims, particularly the youth, to actively participate in the ongoing Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) exercise to exercise their democratic rights in forthcoming elections. They emphasized that political engagement is a legitimate means to advocate for policies that uphold justice, morality, and the welfare of the Ummah and the nation.
“The Congregation urges the Ulamah to remain mindful of the prevailing living conditions of all Nigerians, particularly within the Muslim community. It underscores the vital importance of unity and steadfast commitment to the principles of our faith in guiding the Muslim Ummah to act in accordance with Islamic values and teachings as the nation approaches the 2027 elections.”
In conclusion, the Special Northern Ulamah Summit reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the Ulamah to champion unity, defend the principles of Islam, and promote peace and national stability through dialogue, education, and moral leadership.
The summit also extended profound gratitude to all Ulamah and organisations that participated in the Summit, and call for disseminating these important resolutions to the general public. The Ulamah prayed for divine guidance, peace, justice, and prosperity for Nigeria and the global Muslim Ummah.
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