Northern Islamic Leaders Warn of Social Media Misuse

Northern Islamic leaders, including prominent scholars and political figures, gathered in Kaduna to address the misuse of social media, emphasizing the need for unity among Muslim clerics to promote harmony and peace. The Sultan of Sokoto highlighted the divisive role of social media in spreading misinformation and exacerbating security challenges.

The leaders stressed the importance of authentic leadership and proactive engagement to counter inflammatory content online. They called for collaboration between religious and political leaders to tackle national security issues and uphold Islamic values.