Sharia Law Under Scrutiny
A social media user, Shehu Gazali Sadiq, recently sparked controversy by claiming that Sharia law in Northern Nigeria predominantly targets the poor and disadvantaged, sparing the wealthy elite from facing charges in Sharia courts.
Allegations of Discrimination
Sadiq’s statement asserts that despite the existence of Sharia law in Northern Nigeria, it primarily serves as a legal tool against the economically disadvantaged population.
According to his social media post, no affluent individual in the region has faced charges or legal action within the Sharia court system.
Claims of Socioeconomic Bias
Highlighting a perceived bias in the application of Sharia law, Sadiq contends that the poor and marginalized members of society bear the brunt of judicial action, while the wealthy and
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