Boko Haram, ISWAP, others morally bankrupt
Acivil society group, Alliance for Truth, has warned supporters and adherents against joining Boko Haram, Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) and other groups as they are morally bankrupt.
The group noted the disregard for human life and disrespect of Islamic faith the terror groups have exhibited.
In a statement, Truth Alliance, said its warning was aimed at exposing the truth behind recent kidnapping and killing”.
It said the groups were “morally bankrupt” for lying to Nigerias who suffer everyday from their violence.
Ahmad Mustapha, a member, said: “Violent extremist groups always hide the truth about their activites. They harm people. They lie, they cheat and commit crimes. They claim to represent Islam, but this is not true.”
Commenting on the death of Muslim worshippers after a suicide bombing in Northeast, members described the killing as having no part in Islam, saying instead it showed “disregard for those worshipping during Ramadan
The group said it was out to fearlessly advocate for justice and transparency, adding that it was committed to unmasking the truth behind extremists agenda by empowering communities to resist tyranny and violence.
“Through education, outreach, and collaboration, the Truth Alliance strives to build a safer, more resilient society for all.
“The Truth Alliance has come together to expose the truth behind how violent extremist groups draw young people into their ranks. Their message is simple: These groups manipulate, they deceive, they control, they kill, they kidnap, they destroy, and their movement as well as ideology are inherently weak.”
