European Parliament Urges Release of Nigerian Musician Yahaya Facing Death Penalty

The European Parliament has demanded the immediate release of Nigerian Sufi musician Yahaya, who is facing a death penalty in Kano for alleged blasphemy in a song about Prophet Mohammed. The EU Parliament's freedom of religion group, EU FORB Intergroup, called for Yahaya's release, citing concerns over the death penalty and freedom of expression.

The musician's case has garnered international attention, with the European Parliament issuing resolutions urging Nigeria to abandon the death penalty. Yahaya's lawyer was granted permission by the Nigeria Supreme Court to file an appeal outside the prescribed timeframe.

The case highlights the intersection of religious freedom, human rights, and legal proceedings in Nigeria.