The Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN) has implored the Nigerian government to extend urgent relief materials to Palestinians amidst their current humanitarian crisis, reflecting broader concerns about ongoing violence in the region.
Sheikh AbdurRasheed Hadiyyatullah, the Council’s President, articulated the urgent needs of the Palestinians during a news conference in Abuja on Thursday. The call for support emphasizes essentials such as food, clothing, and medicine.
Beyond governmental aid, the Council is appealing to Nigerian humanitarian organizations and worship centers to rally support for Palestine’s people. The situation, marked by a severe scarcity of necessities, compels a collective response from both Muslims and individuals of other faiths nationwide.
The SCSN emphasized the power of prayer in these challenging times, encouraging believers to seek divine intervention for Palestinians and all globally oppressed populations. This spiritual solidarity, according to them, transcends religious differences, highlighting a shared commitment to humanity.
The distress in Palestine, described by the Council as a form of genocide, points to what Sheikh Hadiyyatullah criticized as international failure, questioning post-World War II global institutions’ efficacy in curbing tyranny and protecting human rights.
The Council’s stance resonates with global apprehension, referencing the recent United Nations resolution that underscores the importance of ending Israeli occupation and advocating a return to pre-1967 borders. The resolution, adopted with significant majority support, calls for a comprehensive peace based on mutual agreements and respect for Palestinian territorial integrity.
As the world navigates this delicate geopolitical crisis, the Council underscores the Palestinians’ right to self-determination, urging continuous international support. The complexity of the Israel-Gaza conflict continues to prompt global debates, humanitarian appeals, and calls for a peaceful resolution that recognizes the rights and dignities of all parties involved.
