Tag: MURIC
Leave Amupitan alone, CAN tells Shari’ah Council, MURIC
Northern CAN described the call as “dangerous” and unjustified, insisting that public officers should be judged on competence and integrity…
MURIC urges govt to rename former mission schools
"Although the action generated a huge controversy and parents held demonstrations, the Baptist group stuck to its gun. They insisted…
Who withdrew soldiers from Kebbi school? MURIC fumes
“While it is gratifying that the soldiers were interrogated by Defence Headquarters (DHQ) according to a report, the guards who…
MURIC slams Kebbi Govt over N10bn to fund Hajj
"We see this as gross misplacement of priorities. Islam does not compel all Muslims to go on Hajj".
ADC defection: MURIC seeks assurance from Peter Obi
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), an Islamic human rights organisation, has sought clarification from former Labour Party presidential candidate, Mr.…
MURIC accuses media of sidelining Muslims in genocide debate
This comes after the United States recently listed Nigeria as a country of concern over religious freedom issues, increasing public…
FFK, Omokri deserve to be ambassadors – MURIC
We are particularly happy for them because they have both distinguished themselves as reliable and genuine Christian team players..."
Terrorism knows no faith: MURIC decries religious bias in insecurity discourse
“These two sad incidents which happened on the same day underline the fact that terrorists and bandits target no particular…
Mob justice is barbaric, not Islamic, says MURIC after woman’s killing in Niger
“The killers must be brought to book. We charge the Niger State Police Command to immediately set the machinery in…
Katsina massacre: MURIC demands action After 50 Muslims slain
“Momentary attacks on civilians might catch security off guard, but not one that lasts the entire night. Where was the…
MURIC applauds DSS, NSA after capture of top terror leaders
MURIC urged the Federal Government to improve funding for the nation’s security agencies, stressing that national security is the bedrock…
MURIC applauds NIDCOM for rescuing Nigerians trapped in foreign mines
“A Chinese national and a Nigerian agent reportedly hired them for work in that country and they abandoned them there…
NASS, FG must act now on retired policemen’s demands – MURIC
"FG must remember that it will be unwise to forget serving policemen and other security agents (soldiers, the secret police…
“You can’t manipulate Nigeria:” Group blasts Turkey President Erdogan
The Islamic human rights group insisted that the Turkish groups in Nigeria are educationists and charity groups who are joining…
Why Soludo can be Nigeria’s President – MURIC
“For refusing to dance to the gallery and for hitting the nail on the head without caring whose ox is…
Constitution review: MURIC demands Sharia Courts, Friday public holiday in Southwest Nigeria
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), a prominent Islamic human rights organisation, has called for far-reaching constitutional reforms, including the establishment…
Calls for Oloyede’s resignation callous, unpatriotic – MURIC
"The rantings of institutionalized kleptomaniacs, political shenanigans, academic charlatans and ethnic demagogues is not worth being glorified with any attention.…
Lick your wounds: MURIC fires message to parents over JAMB results
As some parents and candidates vow to sue the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) over the mass failure registered…
MURIC condemns demolition of two mosques in Ekiti
“Meanwhile we appeal to Muslims in the state to remain calm and unperturbed. Islam is a religion of peace and…
Stop persecuting El-Rufai’s loyalists: Group fires warning to Kaduna govt.
“We are disturbed by revelations made by the former cabinet members. For instance, the group has alleged that contrary to…
MURIC opposes tenure elongation for Egbetokun
The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC)says the tenure elongation for the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Adeolu Egbetokun, is capable…
Oyo Imam not subservient to Alaafin, Muslim group claims
Akintola said it was an act of impunity for Makinde to approve Owoade's appointment since there was still a case…
Military personnel who carried out Sokoto bombing must be prosecuted – MURIC
"The people of Nigeria deserve better and it is time for the government to take concrete actions to protect its…
MURIC to police: Set Ibadan funfair organisers free
The Nigeria Police has left many questions unanswered regarding its handling of the three tragic episodes. A stampede is a…
Kemi Badenoch: Nigerian police told to boycott work for 24 hours
Kemi was asked whether she trusted the British police and she said: “I do. My experience with the police in…
Nursing school authorities oppressing Muslims – MURIC
A general Muslim reaction may entail peaceful nationwide protests by Muslims over the maltreatment of nursing students and Muslim patients.…
MURIC applauds Navy for accepting Muslim parents’ wish on hijab
MURIC is indeed proud of the professionalism exhibited by the Nigerian Army in general and the Nigerian Navy in particular…
MURIC warns Plateau Govt against desecrating Muslim Cemetery
Every cemetery has a story behind it. It is the offspring, friends and dear ones who leaf through the pages…
Group excited over NNPC, Dangote rapport
“But it is not yet uhuru. We urge Nigerians to adopt a positive mien about their country so that every…
Lakurawa: Make Sultan’s safety a priority – MURIC
“It is needless to reiterate the fact that as the leader of more than 130 million Nigerian Muslims, any untoward…