In a vehement rejection of a purported plan for military action against coup plotters in Niger, Sheikh Ibraheem Zakzaky, the supreme leader of the Islamic Movement in Nigeria (IMN), emphasized the deep-rooted cultural and historical ties between Nigeria and its northern neighbour.


The Sheikh warned against any divisive actions, asserting the brotherhood between Nigerians and Nigeriens.

His remarks came amid growing concerns about potential foreign interference in the region.
Addressing his followers and other Muslim faithful from his residence in Abuja, Zakzaky said,, “We are twin brothers, sharing the same roots and values. It is unimaginable that we would one day end up fighting against each other.

“It is shocking that these ruthless people want to use this country to attack our brothers, just to engage in fratricidal genocide.”
He drew attention to the historical links between the two nations, highlighting their shared cultural heritage and the remnants of once-mighty empires that straddle the modern border.Zakzaky highlighted the fact that the cities of Borno, Hadejia, Gumel, Daura, and Katsina were partitioned into two, with parts annexed to Niger during the colonial era.

He continued, “The cultural ties that Niger and Nigeria share are closer than people imagine.
“The territories of empires founded by Shehu Usman Danfodio and Kanem Borno were carved out to create Niger and Nigeria. They did not take our history into cognizance when our borders were partitioned.”

Addressing concerns raised by some Nigeriens who fear a potential attack from Nigeria, Zakzaky reassured that Nigerians are not the enemy.

He suggested that the real threat comes from foreign powers seeking to use Nigeria for their purposes.
“Even if the threat of the invasion appears genuine, May Allah forbid this, we are not the ones attacking you.
“It is other foreign powers who want to use Nigeria to do so. They are used to this,” he stated.

Drawing parallels with the Iran-Iraq war, Zakzaky pointed out how foreign powers have historically manipulated regional conflicts.
He cited the example of Saddam Hussein’s Iraq, which was used to invade Iran after the Islamic Revolution, despite the strong cultural ties between the two nations.

“They once did it after the Islamic Revolution in Iran when they used Saddam Hussein to invade Iran. The cultural ties they share are so strong that a senior position in Iran is being fielded by an Iraqi,” Zakzaky recalled.
While the geopolitical situation continues to develop, Sheikh Zakzaky reminded the authorities of the shared history and strong cultural ties that bind the people of Nigeria and Niger.

The cleric, therefore, underscored the need for unity and understanding in the face of potential foreign interference.
https://www.vanguardngr.com/2023/08/coup-sheikh-zakzaky-condemns-planned-invasion-of-niger-republic/

The North have started warning Frog Eyes!

Fear North

That was why Buhari closed Seme Border but Nigeria Niger Border remained an Express way.

Kalashnikov49:
The North have started warning Frog Eyes!

Lol

Agbado urine drinkers are coming to call him IPOB.

Every sensible Nigerian has spoken up against war with Niger, including FFK of all people.

The only ijiots pushing Agbado to invade Niger are the children of the corn and Asari Dokubo.

You can imagine the character they are reasoning at the same level with.

Such a bunch of low intelligent quotient assemblage 🤦

-Any Western country that supports war in Africa must first of all create a refugee visa pathway to their respective countries, something akin to what they created for Ukrainian citizens. Western families should sponsor and open their homes for African refugees.

@npflmod ..please frontpage. Before propaganda will be formulated against this post.

Kalashnikov49:
Before propaganda will be formulated against this post.[/b]

Go sleep shameless thing wailing wailing wailing 😭 from dusk to dawn, from dawn to dusk you and your compatriot Penguin2? Sheikh Zakzaky done turn your hero abi? We are still waiting for Peter Gringory Obi’s reaction.

Empty Barrel, we know say you dey fear to form sleep, make Tinubu no give You nightmare, even in your sleep no rest for the Obidients.

NSCIA, Northern Islamic clerics and now Sheikh Zakzaky. The north keeps on talking. Blood is always thicker than water.

Lol
You wey Tinubu just free from captivity dey throw warning 🤣🤣🤣🤣🥹

But on a more serious note, diz two countries have so many things in common.
It's like fighting our own. Niger is an extension of d North

Nigerians

Nigeriens

Stop crying Biko .

Burob:
Go sleep shameless thing wailing wailing wailing 😭 from dusk to dawn, from dawn to dusk you and your compatriot Penguin2? Sheikh Zakzaky done turn your hero abi? We are still waiting for Peter Gringory Obi’s reaction.

Empty Barrel, we know say you dey fear to form sleep, make Tinubu no give You nightmare, even in your sleep no rest for the Obidients.

This is what happens when a certificate forger, just sniffs some drugs and starts making all kinds of statements without thinking. At least Buhari knew he was a dunce so just kept quiet most of the time, this one actually thinks running Nigeria, is like running Lagos. In Lagos he was the godfather, he says jump, everybody jumps. Nigeria is not like that. This country is complex and fragile. You have to proceed with caution and consultation, not gra-gra

Chai!

If I talk now, it would seem like I'm hating one religion like that 😔

Talk...

You send anybody message?

Wetin you wan talk wey MURIC...EL-RUFAI never talk?

Talk Jare!!

GlorifiedTunde:
Chai!

If I talk now, it would seem like I'm hating one religion like that 😔