Islamic cleric Ahmad Gumi has stirred conversation on social media after making a controversial statement about the motivations behind claims of genocide in Nigeria. In a post shared on Facebook, the Kaduna-based cleric argued that many narratives surrounding alleged genocide are not primarily about religion but about economic interests, particularly Nigeria’s vast oil resources.
Gumi wrote that “some gullible Nigerians should know” that the claims of genocide are often tied to the country’s natural resources rather than genuine concern for religious persecution. According to him, international attention and political narratives surrounding the issue may be influenced by economic interests connected to oil rather than faith or religious identity.
His comments quickly attracted reactions online, with many Nigerians debating the accuracy and implications of the statement. Some supporters agreed with the cleric’s position, arguing that global politics and foreign interests frequently revolve around natural resources. They believe that economic power and control of valuable commodities such as oil often shape international narratives and interventions.
However, critics strongly disagreed with Gumi’s remarks. Many social media users argued that religious violence and insecurity affecting communities in parts of the country should not be dismissed or reduced to economic motives alone. Others expressed concern that such statements might minimize the experiences of victims who have suffered from violence linked to religious or ethnic tensions.
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