Sheik Gumi has reacted to the planned protest scheduled to take place from August 1-10.

In a video clip seen by MyNigeria, Gumi emphasized the importance of a peaceful demonstration, preaching against violence and incitement.

"Politicians are very stubborn, and it is mass protests that truly disturb them," he said.

Addressing concerns about comparisons with past protests in countries like Sudan, Lebanon, and Liberia, Sheik Gumi highlighted Nigeria's unique diversity.

"In Sudan and Liberia, the conflicts were like family feuds, which are very dangerous. But Nigeria is different, with diverse ethnicities, religions, cultures, tribes, and sects," he explained, noting internal tensions even within religious sects like the Izala in Nigeria.

The controversial cleric expressed optimism in the video that the protest would effectively communicate the public's demand for good governance and development.

"Protest is the only language the government understands," he asserted, urging authorities to heed calls for reform and improvement.

Highlighting past political actions, Sheik Gumi criticized the government's response to protests, contrasting it with previous protests led by current officials.

"In 2015, Muhammadu Buhari and other top All Progressives Congress (APC) officials came out to protest that the previous government had spoiled Nigeria. Then, protest was legal but now it's illegal," he pointed out, lamenting the inconsistency in how protests are viewed and treated.

"God willing, the protest will proceed peacefully, and the government must understand and respond positively to the language of protest," Sheik Gumi concluded, calling for constructive dialogue and meaningful reforms for the benefit of all Nigerians.

Massive respect for Sheik Ahmad Gumi for speaking the truth without mincing words and calling out the hypocrisy of Islamic clerics for hire. pic.twitter.com/WVmLBmf3VB

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