Blasphemy: Katsina Residents Burn Neighbour’s House, Car

It was another tragedy in Katsina State when a controversial social media post made by a Christian resident who has been identified as Mani Abubakar was attacked due to a facebook post, which is considered blasphemous of the Prophet of Islam, has caused outrage.

According to reports, the situation was said to have escalated when some persons set Abubakar’s house and car on fire.

Abubakar reportedly managed to escape from his residence in Babaruga.

,,,,,,In an interview with a news platform, the Vice Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria in Katsina, Muyiwa Segun, stated that the situation has been resolved thanks to the prompt actions taken by the state Commissioner of Police, Aliyu Musa.

Segun called for religious tolerance.

“The victims’ life is reportedly at risk, but thanks to his escape. However, it is advised that he stays in hiding until tension subsides.

“CAN plans to engage with local authorities, including a visit to the Emir of Katsina, to ensure Abubakar’s safety once he decides to emerge,” he added.

,,,,Abubakar had allegedly made controversial statements regarding the authorship of the Quran.

However, the alleged blasphemous statement has now been deleted from Facebook.