The National Chief Imam, Sheikh Dr Osman Nuhu Sharubutu, has clarified that Sheikh Ali Muniru is the legitimate Volta Regional Chief Imam, as he had been duly appointed to occupy the position.

He added that Sheikh Alfa Anas has also been appointed to occupy the Deputy Volta Regional Chief Imam position and to work with Sheikh Muniru for the progress of the Muslim community in their jurisdiction.

He added that several consultations and mediations were done before selecting Sheikh Muniru as the legitimate person to be appointed as the Volta Regional Chief Imam.

This was contained in a press release issued on his behalf, signed by Dr Abubakar Mohammed Marzuq Azindoo, his Personal Assistant.

Gun attack

Sheikh Nuhu Sharubutu, therefore, found it unfortunate learning of the gun attack at the Ho Central Mosque on December 26, 2025, in connection with the Imamship conflict.

“The gun violence is traceable to the contest for the Volta Regional Imamship between Sheikh Ali Muniru and Sheikh Anas. He, however, reiterates that Sheikh Muniru is the legitimate Volta regional Imam, and Sheikh Anas (is) the Deputy Imam.”

“His Eminence explains that the selection of Sheikh Muniru has not been an imposition, but
a product of consultation and mediation. He, therefore, does not understand why a resolved
matter continues to be a source of violence," the release stated.

Solidarity to serve Allah and humanity

His Eminence emphasised the need for both leaders to desist from engaging in violence and serve Allah and humanity in “solidarity and cordiality”.

He also urged their followers to let the norms of Islam reflect in their dealings by being law-abiding and peace-loving.

An act of violence and an affront to Islamic sanctity

Sheikh Dr Nuhu Sharubutu condemned the shooting incidents that resulted in the injury of some 11 Muslims and the arrest of 14 suspects.

“His Eminence condemns the incident and describes it as an affront to Islamic sanctity,
threat to national security, a deviation from basic civility, and a tribute to outright impunity”, stated the release.

Police impartiality

The National Chief Imam admonished the police to ensure all perpetrators of violence in connection with Friday’s violent incident are brought to book.

He entreated the police to be impartial in their investigations, indicating that “indeed, selective justice is tantamount to injustice.”

Speedy healing of the injured

Sheikh Dr Nuhu Sharubutu concluded the release by extending his sympathy to the injured and entreated the feuding factions to forgive and reconcile to receive mercy from Allah.

“In conclusion, His Eminence prays for a speedy healing of the injured and reminds the
factions about the following words of Allah:

"The believers are brothers. So, make reconciliation between your brothers. And fear Allah, so that you may receive mercy." (Quran 49: 10). May Allah reconcile the Ummah and bless our Homeland, Ghana. Ameen,” the statement concluded.