Islamic Cleric Mallam Saleh Jimeta Curses President Tinubu Over Moses Comparison
Islamic cleric Mallam Saleh Jimeta publicly cursed President Bola Tinubu on Facebook
In Brief
- •Islamic cleric Mallam Saleh Jimeta publicly cursed President Bola Tinubu on Facebook
- •Jimeta criticized Tinubu’s comparison of himself to Prophet Moses and Nigeria to Egypt
- •Video was recorded during a Friday Khutbah and circulated on social media
- •Reactions were mixed, with some Nigerians condemning the cleric and others supporting him
Why It Matters
The incident highlights the sensitivity of religious rhetoric in Nigerian politics, where public figures’ statements can provoke strong religious backlash. It also underscores the role of social media in amplifying political disputes and shaping public opinion.
Key Details
- Cleric
- Mallam Saleh Jimeta
- President
- Bola Tinubu
- Platform
- Date of Video
- 2026-10-29 (Friday Khutbah)
- Reaction
- Mixed public response on social media
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