On June 25, Peoples Gazette reported how zealots killed Mr Buda over an allegation of blasphemy, a development that attracted widespread condemnation from Nigerians.
The cleric pointed out that though blasphemy is not encouraged in Islam, there are laid down procedures to deal with a blasphemer other than killing.
Sokoto mob murdered Usman Buda, a trader, on Sunday for blasphemy.
“The Nigerian authorities continue to create a permissive environment for brutality. #Sokoto #Nigeria #Blasphemy,” Amnesty International stated.
Ahmad Rufai, Sokoto police spokesperson, confirmed this killing to People Gazette on Sunday evening.
