The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), Oyo State Chapter,has charged police and other security agents to curb frequent attacks on Muslims and Masquerades in the state.
However, in view of the alleged reprisal attacks by Muslims in Ogbomosho, we call for caution. Two wrongs do not make a right. We appeal to Muslims to exercise patience.
MURIC urges the security operatives in the area to warn all masquerades against assaulting Muslims or attacking mosques. These are the kind of actions that can escalate the crisis.
The statement reads :”It has come to the attention of the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC), Oyo State Chapter, that a masquerader named Lobanika, during his public outing on Friday, 25th July, 2025, assaulted an Imam walking on the street by using a stick to snatch the cap on the Imam’s head. Not only that, the masquerade also stormed Oṣaro market on the same day and attacked another Muslim with a cutlass.
“We hereby urge the Oyo State Government and relevant security agencies to act promptly and decisively to prevent any form of assault or intimidation by masqueraders. The safety and rights of all citizens regardless of their religion must be guaranteed.
“To our fellow Muslims across the state, we appeal for calm and restraint, as we await the necessary intervention and response from the authorities” It added .