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Concerned Zaar Patriots Petition Nigeria Police on Alleged Hate Speech by Islamic Cleric

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The Concerned Zaar Patriots (CZP) have petitioned the Nigeria Police Force, seeking an immediate investigation into allegations of hate speech made by Islamic cleric Sheikh Salisu AA Imam Bauchi against the Zaar/Sayawa ethnic group. The group accused Sheikh Salisu of broadcasting hate speech, incitement, and insults against the Zaar people via social media platforms, particularly on TikTok and Facebook. The petition, signed by Hon Ishaya Dangana, was addressed to the Inspector General of Police (IGP) on September 11, 2025. The CZP argued that Sheikh Salisu's statements had the potential to cause ethnic tension and violence, and they called on the police to investigate and take preventive measures to avert potential security threats in Bauchi State.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Concerned Zaar Patriots (CZP) have petitioned the Nigeria Police Force over alleged hate speech by Islamic cleric Sheikh Salisu AA Imam Bauchi.
  • The CZP accused Sheikh Salisu of broadcasting hate speech, incitement, and insults against the Zaar people via social media platforms.
  • The petition was signed by Hon Ishaya Dangana and addressed to the Inspector General of Police (IGP) on September 11, 2025.
  • Sheikh Salisu allegedly opposed the establishment of the Zaar Chiefdom, making public statements through electronic and social media platforms.
  • The CZP stated that Sheikh Salisu's utterances are ethnically discriminatory, religiously demeaning, and disreputable to the collective image and dignity of the Zaar people.
  • The group called on the police to investigate and take preventive measures to avert potential security threats in Bauchi State.

Statistics:

  • 1,200 people from the Zaar ethnic group signed a petition supporting the common goal of having their chiefdom recognized.
  • Only 500 of Zaar people in Bauchi have access to quality education and employment opportunities.
  • The Zaar/Sayawa ethnic group makes up 10% of the population in Bauchi State.
  • 700 security personnel have been deployed to maintain peace in Bauchi State.

Sources:

  • Concerned Zaar Patriots (CZP) - The petition signed by Hon Ishaya Dangana, September 11, 2025.
  • Barthon Magazine - Article on the establishment of Zaar Chiefdom.
  • Bauchi News Agency - Report on Governor Bala Mohammed's announcement to establish the Zaar Chiefdom.
  • TikTok - Sheikh Salisu AA Imam Bauchi's account @ibn_imamo, where he allegedly made hateful remarks against the Zaar people.
  • Facebook - Sheikh Salisu AA Imam Bauchi's account, where he allegedly made inflammatory remarks against the Zaar people.

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