Group reaffirms commitment to inter-religious harmony
A social and religious organisation, Al-Hisbat Movement of Nigeria, Ikare-Akoko Zone, has reaffirmed its commitment to peace and inter religious harmony. The group, which distanced itself from the activities and
A social and religious organisation, Al-Hisbat Movement of Nigeria, Ikare-Akoko Zone, has reaffirmed its commitment to peace and inter religious harmony.
The group, which distanced itself from the activities and identity of Hisbah groups operating in some northern states, clarified that it is a registered social and religious group operating in Ikare-Akoko and Owo zones of Ondo State.
It said its activities were conducted within the extant provisions of 1999 Constitution and in collaboration with local government authorities as well as security agencies.
The body in a statement yesterday in Ado-Ekiti said it was not a law enforcement agency or a vigilance outfit, noting that it did not engage in crime-fighting or enforcement of religious laws.
According to the group, its operations are community-based and geared towards moral and spiritual development.
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It added that it supported community development initiatives and assisted with traffic coordination during large public gatherings when necessary.
The body said: “Hisbah, which operates in some northern states like Kano and Sokoto, is a separate organisation with a distinct legal framework in states where Sharia law is implemented.’’
It maintained that there was no affiliation between the northern Hisbah bodies and the Al-Hisbat Movement in Ondo State.
Reiterating its dedication to peaceful coexistence, the group pledged respect for adherents of all faiths and continued cooperation with government authorities to sustain order and unity within the community.
Citing Qur’an 25:63, the organisation said it remained guided by the principle of responding to negativity with peace and urged the public to understand the difference between Al-Hisbat and Hisbah, to prevent misinformation and misunderstanding.
