By Musa Ubandawaki, Sokoto
Tension and apprehension gripped parts of Sokoto metropolis on Friday following the stabbing of prominent Islamic cleric, Sheikh Musa Lukuwa, shortly after he concluded the Jumu’at prayer.
The incident, which occurred immediately after the Friday congregational prayer, reportedly stemmed from an allegation of blasphemous remarks attributed to the cleric concerning the biological parents of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
Sources said the cleric was attacked shortly after the prayer by a man who allegedly confronted him over the contentious remarks before stabbing him.
Sheikh Lukuwa reportedly sustained injuries in the attack and was immediately rushed to a hospital, where he is currently receiving medical attention.
