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No lady on trial for converting to Christianity in our state – Zamfara govt

“The woman whose picture was used in the fake news is not Nigerian. Her name is Aalia, and she is from Texas, United States”.

by Press Release May 21, 2025

The Zamfara State Government has debunked a story claiming that Zamfara Christian convert, Zainab, is set to stand trial in Sharia Court on Friday for switching religions.

A statement by the spokesperson of the Zamfara Governor, Sulaiman Bala Idris, revealed that the report is completely false and taken from social media sites that seek to generate traffic.

The statement added that it has been verified beyond a reasonable doubt that no such case exists before any Shari’ah Court in Zamfara State.

“The attention of the Zamfara State Government has been drawn to mischievous fake news circulating about a 22-year-old Miss Zainab Muhamadu, who is facing the death penalty for converting to Christianity.

“We want to categorically state that it is the handiwork of enemies of peace, who are hellbent on creating a tension where there is none.

“The fake news, which was spread on social media by an online platform notorious for circulating unverified stories and falsehoods, is nothing more than a failed attempt to disrupt peace.

“The Zamfara State Government has acted swiftly by summoning all relevant authorities and security agencies to verify the authenticity of the story, which ultimately proved to be a blatant falsehood created by Sahara Reporters.

“To ensure accountability and certainty, the state government has confirmed with the Grand Khadi of the Zamfara Sharia Court of Appeal regarding any similar cases. He stated that there has never been such a case before any Shari’a court in Zamfara State.

“The question is, where does this perilous and divisive narrative originate? What are its underlying motives? What do those promoting this story hope to accomplish in the long run?

“We are living in intriguing times. Media platforms that should provide the public with verified stories are becoming complacent, merely copying and pasting content from social media accounts eager for likes and comments.

“The woman whose picture was used in the fake news is not Nigerian. Her name is Aalia, and she is from Texas, United States.

“The Zamfara State Government believes it is essential to clarify that nothing of this nature is happening in the state. This situation exemplifies yellow journalism that we must all denounce.

“We urge the relevant security agencies to investigate the source of this fake, misguided story, which seeks to create significant religious tension, and prosecute anyone found responsible. We must all do our part to ensure the peace of this country.”

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Zamfara Christian Convert, Zainab Muhamadu To Face Trial In Sharia Court
https://www.nairaland.com/8430159/zamfara-christian-convert-zainab-muhamadu

Bashir Ahmad, OON @BashirAhmaad

Sahara Reporters are truly wicked, dangerous and irresponsible. They are fully aware that in this country, there is absolutely no consequence for deliberately misleading the public. In a shocking display of dishonesty, they went to Instagram, picked a random picture of an American citizen named Aaliyah, they changed her name to “Zainab Muhammad,” and concocted a completely false story claiming she was going to be charged in a court in Zamfara for renouncing Islam.

As usual, without any verification, the fake story spread like wildfire. Useless media blogs joined in, gleefully sharing it and it quickly turned into an excuse to insult Islam, Muslims and Arewa. Until when @AM_Saleeeem, @ishakaa and others called them out, and then the real lady, Aaliyah, also came forward to set the record straight, stating that she had never even been to Nigeria.

And what did Sahara Reporters do next? They quietly deleted the post. No clarification. No correction. No retraction. No apology. No accountability for the public deception they orchestrated. Nothing.

This is not journalism. This is calculated mischief, which is very dangerous and divisive.

https://x.com/BashirAhmaad/status/1924916881263149238?t=_70Sv5OE6UvKcQx9lipiog&s=19

When you keep posting lies about Peter Obi, you end up becoming master of lies.

Sowore platform of Sahara reporters gives 30% truth and 70% fake news

The lies begin. Taqqiya 101.

The bast^rds have been silenced. Sowore always knows how to clickbait gullible Nigerians with his Sahara Reporters

Taqquiyya?

So where's this fake news coming from

I bet you won't seen crowd viewing this thread.
E don disappear or lagging.
Seun don spoil NL

Conversion successful. Case closed.

Obidense people can believe anything sha

Lie lie Sahara Reporters. How I wish we have a strong muscled regulator to mete out sanctions for such unprofessionalism

Those spreading that news should be well punished if false
But the location and wellbeing of the lady in question should first be confirmed.

Sahara reporters are well known for generating fake news. It's time they are dealt with.

islamabad

Religion opium of the masses

Very disturbing news

Contario:
So who’s sharing the fake news?

How sure are you this denial isn't the fake news

It may be fake but that's their trademark. We know many of such stories are happening.

Fake news Marchants needs to be dealt with effectively in other to put this menace to bed.
Can you imagine falsely accusing an entire state and religion on charging someone to court for changing his/her religion.

Sahara reporters need to be dealt with, maybe they will stop this nonsense fake news reports

Don't believe him o because Satan is a liar. Investigation should be lunched.