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The National Chief Imam, Shaikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has strongly condemned the shooting incident that occurred at the Ho Central Mosque on Friday, December 26, 2025, describing it as a grave violation of Islamic values and a threat to national security.
In a statement issued on Monday, December 29, the Chief Imam expressed deep disgust over the incident, noting with concern that the violence involved Muslims attacking fellow Muslims within a sacred place of worship.
He described the shooting as “an affront to Islamic sanctity, a deviation from basic civility, a tribute to outright impunity, and a serious threat to national security.”
According to the National Chief Imam, the gun violence stemmed from an ongoing contest over the Volta Regional Imamship between Shaikh Ali Muniru and Shaikh Anas. He, however, reaffirmed that Shaikh Muniru is the legitimate Volta Regional Imam, while Shaikh Anas serves as his Deputy.
He stressed that the selection of Shaikh Muniru was not imposed, but rather the outcome of extensive consultations and mediation efforts. He therefore questioned why a matter he considers resolved continues to generate violence and division within the Muslim community.
Describing both religious leaders as his “children,” the National Chief Imam said he expected unity, solidarity, and cordiality from them in their service to Allah and humanity.
He further called on followers of both factions to remain law-abiding and peace-loving, in accordance with the teachings and principles of Islam.
The National Chief Imam also appealed to the Ghana Police Service to act with fairness and impartiality in handling the matter, warning that selective justice would amount to injustice.
Shaikh Dr Sharubutu prayed for the speedy recovery of those injured in the shooting and reminded all parties of the Quranic injunction on unity and reconciliation.
“The believers are brothers. So, make reconciliation between your brothers. And fear Allah, so that you may receive mercy,” he quoted from Quran 49:10.
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