Zamfara State has dismissed allegations stating that a Christian convert named Zainab is scheduled for trial at the Sharia Court on Friday, due to her faith transition.
A statement from the spokesperson to Governor Sulaiman Idris disclosed that the information is entirely inaccurate and is derived from social media channels aimed at attracting attention.
The statement further clarified that it has been confirmed beyond doubt that such a case does not exist within any Shari’ah Court in Zamfara State.
“The Zamfara State Government has been alerted to false information circulating concerning a 22-year-old named Miss Zainab Muhamadu, claimed to be sentenced to death for embracing Christianity.
“We want to make it clear that this is the work of individuals opposed to harmony, whose goal is to incite unrest where it doesn’t exist.
“This fabricated news, propagated on social media by an online outlet known for sharing unverified reports and misinformation, is merely a failed effort to disturb tranquility.
“The Zamfara State Government has promptly convened all relevant authorities and security bodies to confirm the truth of the claims, which were ultimately shown to be a clear falsehood fabricated by Sahara Reporters.
“To maintain transparency and certainty, the state government has consulted the Grand Khadi of the Zamfara Sharia Court of Appeal about any similar cases.
“He confirmed that no such case has ever been presented in any Shari’a court in Zamfara State.
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“The question arises, from where does this dangerous and divisive narrative spring? What intentions lie behind it? What do the promoters of this story aim to achieve in the long run?
“We are navigating through fascinating times. Media entities that should deliver verified information are growing negligent, simply rehashing content from social media pages seeking likes and interactions.
“The woman featured in the misleading news is not Nigerian. Her name is Aalia, and she is from Texas in the United States.
“The government of Zamfara State feels it is vital to establish that nothing of this kind is occurring in the state. This scenario epitomizes yellow journalism that we must all reject.
“We call upon the appropriate security agencies to look into the origin of this erroneous, misguided information, which aims to stir up significant religious discord, and to take legal action against anyone found to be responsible.
“It is imperative that we all contribute to preserving the peace of this nation,” the state government said.
