Sheikh Gumi Advocates for Negotiation with Bandits in Nigeria Amid Rising Insecurity
Sheikh Gumi, in an interview with BBC, discusses the surge in banditry in Nigeria, attributing it to an existential war fought by Fulani herdsmen for survival. He urges the government to understand the root causes of the crisis and differentiate between Fulani herders and urban Fulani.
Gumi stresses the need for negotiation with bandits, highlighting that saving lives should take precedence over military confrontation. He addresses past peace efforts with bandit groups and refutes claims of collusion, emphasizing the Quran's stance on negotiation for the greater good.
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