JIBWIS leaders hand over 22-year-old suspect to police over viral video

The Nigeria Police Force apprehended a 22-year-old man, identified as Umar Ibrahim Gandi Maradun, from Zamfara State, in connection with a viral video. The Force Public Relations Officer, CSP Ani Iniedu, announced this in a statement on Tuesday, October 27, 2026. The suspect is under investigation due to the video, which allegedly contains statements that could incite religious violence.

The video features a young man, wearing the uniform of Jama’atu Izalatil Bidi’a Wa’ikamatus Sunnah, JIBWIS, making remarks that the police claim could endanger public peace and harmony. JIBWIS leaders at both national and state levels have dissociated the organization from the alleged actions and turned the suspect over to the authorities.

The police declared that the suspect will be charged before a competent court should there be sufficient evidence to prove the offense. Additionally, the Force cautioned Nigerians against sharing the video or speculative claims that might exacerbate religious tensions. CSP Iniedu emphasized that the Force would take necessary legal measures against any conduct that promotes religious hatred, provokes violence, or threatens public peace. JIBWIS leaders have handed over the 22-year-old suspect to the police over the viral video.