National Chief Imam condemns incitement to violence …calls for responsible religious preaching
The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has condemned calls by a Muslim preacher for Muslims to unleash violence against persons who denigrate the Prophet of Islam, Prophet Muhammad. He said such utterances were inconsistent with the teachings of Islam and had no place in Ghana’s peaceful, democratic and religiously diverse society. “The … The post National Chief Imam condemns…
The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has condemned calls for violence against those who denigrate the Prophet Muhammad, stating that such actions are inconsistent with Islamic teachings and have no place in Ghana's peaceful society. The statement emphasized that religious disagreements must be addressed through lawful and constitutionally recognized processes, rather than through violence or vigilantism.
Sheikh Dr Sharubutu urged religious preachers, scholars, and teachers to exercise caution, responsibility, and restraint in their duties, calling for the promotion of peace, tolerance, mutual respect, and peaceful coexistence.
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