Jibwis leadership condemns threat to kill Christians, urge DSS to arrest member in viral video

The leadership of JIBWIS and its first aid group has condemned the life threatening statement by the man in the viral video, said, the inflammatory statements targeted at Christians in Enugu and Jos doesn’t represent the ideology of JIBWIS.

In the statement issued by the National Director General, First Aid Group of JIBWIS Nigeria, Engr. Mustapha Imam Sitti, on Monday, strongly condemned the statement, saying the man in the viral video in JIBWIS uniform associating himself with the group and demanding for AK47 to kill Christians should be arrested and investigated.

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JIBWIS clarification that mere wearing of it’s uniform so not automatically translated to being the member of the group as killing of Christians and non-muslims wasn’t part of JIBWIS ideology.

The statement reads: “The First Aid Group of JIBWIS Nigeria strongly condemns the disturbing statements and alleged threats of violence contained in a viral video showing an individual wearing a uniform associated with the organisation during a jogging exercise and reportedly calling for AK-47 rifles to carry out attacks in Enugu and Jos.

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“We wish to clarify unequivocally that wearing a uniform associated with the First Aid Group of JIBWIS Nigeria does not, in itself, establish that an individual is acting on behalf of the organisation or with its authorisation.

“The statements and actions depicted in the video do not represent the official position, teachings, directives, or activities of the First Aid Group of JIBWIS Nigeria.

“We unequivocally condemn any calls for violence, intimidation, or attacks against any community. Such conduct is contrary to the teachings of Islam, the principles of JIBWIS, and the humanitarian values upheld by the First Aid Group of JIBWIS Nigeria.

“Our uniform represents service, compassion, the preservation of human life, and assistance to people in need—not threats or violence against innocent citizens.

“The National Chairman of JIBWIS Nigeria, Sheikh Abdullahi Bala Lau, has also strongly condemned the inflammatory statements contained in the viral video and called on the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigeria Police Force, and other relevant security agencies to investigate the incident thoroughly, identify those responsible, and ensure that anyone found culpable is held accountable in accordance with the law.

“Furthermore, the individual in question does not possess an official identity card or certificate confirming membership of the First Aid Group of JIBWIS Nigeria.

“The organisation wishes to state that the individual has been discharged from the First Aid Group following disciplinary action and is no longer recognised as a member of the organisation. Consequently, he is not authorised to represent or speak on behalf of the First Aid Group of JIBWIS Nigeria.

“For approximately 48 years, JIBWIS Nigeria has remained committed to authentic Islamic teachings, moral reformation, education, humanitarian service, religious tolerance, and peaceful coexistence.

“Its longstanding efforts to promote interfaith dialogue, mutual understanding, and unity among Nigerians remain unwavering.

“We therefore firmly dissociate the First Aid Group of JIBWIS Nigeria from the statements and alleged threats contained in the video.

“We reaffirm our commitment to peace, mutual respect, the protection of human life, and the peaceful coexistence of all Nigerians, irrespective of religious or ethnic differences.

“We urge members of the public to remain calm, refrain from spreading unverified information, and allow the relevant authorities to conduct a thorough and impartial investigation. We also remind all personnel to uphold the discipline, responsibility, and humanitarian principles expected of anyone serving under the First Aid Group of JIBWIS Nigeria.

“The First Aid Group of JIBWIS Nigeria remains committed to peace, unity, humanitarian service, and the protection of lives and property in accordance with its established principles and responsibilities.”

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