Qadiriyya Leader Urges Peaceful Dialogue at Maukibi 2026

During the 76th Maukibi celebration on Saturday in Kano, Sheikh Nasiru Haruna-Kabara, leader of the Qadiriyya Islamic Movement, cautioned religious and political leaders against reckless utterances, urging them to use wisdom to foster peace and unity in Nigeria. He highlighted the significant influence of their words on society and called for respectful and constructive communication.

The event saw an estimated five million followers in attendance, marking it as one of the best in its history, with participants from various regions, including Lagos, Ogun, Kogi, and international attendees from the United Kingdom, United States, Niger Republic, and Côte d’Ivoire. The celebration was held at a new venue provided by the Kano State Government, which Sheikh Kabara commended for accommodating the growing number of participants.

The event was attended by notable figures, including Sen. Abdul’Aziz Yari (Zamfara West), Sen. Aminu Waziri Tambuwal, and Ibrahim Kabiru-Masari, who represented President Bola Tinubu, alongside Gov. Abba Yusuf and other dignitaries.