Controversial Islamic cleric, Sheikh Ahmad Gumi, has denied being invited by the Department of State Service (DSS).
The cleric was reported by many news platforms to have been invited by the DSS recently. DSS Peter Afunanya was said to have confirmed that he was invited by the agency,
However, speaking in an interview with Daily Trust Gumi, described the report as the handiwork of those eager to see him arrested.
A clip of the interview has since gone viral.
He said he was not invited at any time. He explained that before embarking on any mission into the forest where he has continued to engage with bandits, he usually involves security agencies, district heads and government officials, adding that they work together before going on the mission.
Gumi said: “Nobody invited me. It’s the media that is trying to cause confusion but they will not succeed God willing. We are in contact with the heads of security but I was not invited.”
When asked if he had seen the report of his invitation by DSS, he said:
“Yes I read it but I was just laughing. I said they should be allowed to be happy over what they think is my downfall but it’s a lie, I was not invited.”
