Gumi and DSS boss.
DSS has arrested Sheikh Gumi.
Newsone understands that the Department of State Services (DSS) otherwise known as the State Security Service (SSS), has arrested Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Gumi after honouring an invitation.
A report filed by VOA Hausa said that Sheikh Gumi’s invitation came after a controversy between Mr Gumi and the Nigerian Army.
This online news platform recalls that Sheikh alleged while speaking on ARISE TV on Wednesday, that security agents played a role in the insecurity plaguing Nigeria by collaborating with the bandits who engage in killing and kidnapping for ransom.
Newsone reports that the Nigerian military responded to Gumi’s allegation in a statement, saying, “It is essential to remind ourselves that this same military, being accused of connivance, are the ones who recently put their lives on the line to rescue abductees of the Government Secondary School, Birnin Yauri from kidnappers,” explained the army.
The statement added, “While the NA will not attempt to excuse the possibility of black sheep amongst its fold, it must be stated unambiguously that it will not condone any form of sabotage or aiding and assisting the enemy by any personnel.”
The Nigerian army insisted that its soldiers always adhered to rules of engagement and protection of fundamental human rights.
Newsone understands that Sheikh Gumi had since been released, according to a report by Peoples Gazette.
Meanwhile, Newsone Nigeria understands that Gumi is not unknown for making controversial statements regarding bandits and killer herdsmen. On Wednesday, he described bandits and killer herdsmen’s atrocities as “a tribal war,” accusing the government of taking sides.