Foreign Intelligence Operations Behind Recent Nigeria Killings – Gumi

Foreign Intelligence Operations Behind Recent Nigeria Killings – Gumi

Prominent Islamic cleric Sheikh Ahmad Abubakar Gumi has raised alarms over the pattern of recent killings in Nigeria, suggesting that the violence may be linked to clandestine foreign intelligence operations, rather than purely domestic issues.

Gumi made the allegation in a Facebook post on Tuesday, just two days after the Palm Sunday attack on Gari Ya Waye community in Angwan Rukuba, Jos North, Plateau State, which left more than 20 residents dead and several others injured. He condemned the shedding of innocent blood, stressing that the attacks “have nothing to do with religion”.

“The pattern suggests a clandestine foreign intelligence operation. Many unscrupulous Nigerians are willing to serve as foot soldiers for these mercenaries,” Gumi wrote. He cited previous violent incidents, including the March 16, 2026, coordinated bomb blasts in Maiduguri, which killed at least 23 people and injured over 100, and the Palm Sunday killings in Jos, highlighting the complexity and coordination of these attacks.

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Gumi warned against reliance on foreign involvement in Nigeria’s security architecture, urging the government to seek support only from benign superpowers for satellite intelligence and military equipment while strengthening domestic security capabilities. He emphasized the need for Nigeria to develop self-sufficient strategies that respect the country’s sovereignty and human lives.

The cleric prayed for the quick recovery of the injured and comfort for families who lost loved ones. He also warned that external interference in Nigeria’s security affairs could exacerbate tensions, especially in conflict-prone regions such as the Middle Belt and North East.

While Gumi’s claims have sparked discussion, security agencies have not verified any foreign intelligence involvement, and some officials continue to attribute the attacks to domestic armed groups and criminal networks. Nevertheless, his statement has reignited debate over the role of external actors in Nigeria’s security challenges and the need for innovative, homegrown solutions.

Foreign Intelligence Operations Behind Recent Nigeria Killings – Gumi