MURIC demands Sharia courts, Friday work-free day in South West
An Islamic human rights group, the Muslim Rights Concern, has called for constitutional amendments to establish Sharia courts in all South West states
MURIC also demanded that Fridays be declared public holidays in recognition of Muslim worship practices across the country.
The group’s Founder and Executive Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, presented the proposal during the South West Zonal Public Hearing on constitutional review.
Akintola, who was represented by Dr Jamiu Busari, a group leader, addressed the Senate Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution.
He said the changes would enhance inclusiveness and protect the rights of Muslims in Nigeria’s Southwest region.
“No Sharia court currently exists in Southwestern Nigeria, where Muslims arguably form the majority.
“This contradicts the pre-colonial Yoruba experience before the advent of British rule,” Akintola said.
