No plan to ban use of loudspeakers by mosques in Plateau – Mutfwang

Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has refuted claims that his government is planning to ban the use of loudspeakers by mosques. This followed the circulation of a petition on social media calling for such a ban, which was signed by one John Apollos Maton and addressed to the governor, the Commissioner of Police, and the […]

Plateau State governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has refuted claims that his government is planning to ban the use of loudspeakers by mosques.

This followed the circulation of a petition on social media calling for such a ban, which was signed by one John Apollos Maton and addressed to the governor, the Commissioner of Police, and the National Human Rights Commission.

The petition has sparked widespread debates on social media and local radio stations in the state.

Governor Mutfwang addressed the issue on Friday evening in Bukur Metropolis, assuring the Muslim community that the allegation was baseless and urging them to disregard the claim.

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“As a government, we are not aware of the petition. Those spreading the rumour know it’s untrue and are trying to cause harm in the state. We are investigating those behind the rumour,” he said.

He added, “We understand there are individuals unhappy with the support Muslims in the state have shown my government. They are trying to create division between me and the Muslim community.

“The petitioner does not speak on behalf of the government. Everyone is free to practice their religion without intimidation. The government does not have the right to stop people from practising their faith. I urge the people of Plateau State, particularly Muslims, to disregard the claim.”