Renowned Islamic scholar Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has publicly stated that he would champion the campaign for the release of the detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, but only if Kanu expresses genuine remorse for his actions.
Gumi made the conditional offer during an appearance on Channels Television’s The Morning Brief today, Tuesday.
His remarks follow the recent life sentence handed to Kanu by Justice James Omotosho of the Federal High Court, Abuja, on seven terrorism charges. Kanu has since been moved to Sokoto Prison.
According to the cleric, the condition for his intervention is clear:
“If Nnamdi Kanu, who is in prison for terr+rism and for thre+tening to k+ll our soldiers, shows remorse and seeks peace, I will personally lead the campaign for his pardon and amnesty.”
In other news…. Ivorian beauty queen Olivia Yacé, the fourth runner-up and continental winner for Africa and Oceania at Miss Universe 2025, has renounced her Miss Universe Africa & Oceania title, citing a commitment to personal values and integrity.
The Miss Côte d’Ivoire Committee (COMICI) announced the withdrawal on Monday, November 24, confirming that Yacé is stepping away from all mandates issued by the Miss Universe organization.
The Statement on Values
Yacé announced her resignation on her official Facebook page, explaining that her decision follows a “dramatic” Miss Universe finale in Bangkok and is necessary to preserve her core values.
She emphasized that remaining in the role requires alignment with these principles:
“To continue, I must remain true to my pillars: respect, dignity, excellence, and equal opportunity,” she said.
The beauty queen, who was a fan favorite and widely believed to deserve a higher rank, made it clear that her mission is to inspire:
“My mission has always been to inspire younger generations… Stepping away will enable me to dedicate myself fully to defending the values I hold dear.”
Return of Sash and Call for Unity
The COMICI confirmed that Yacé is immediately giving up her title and will be formally returning her sash.
Yacé concluded her announcement with a powerful call for unity and persistence among African and Afro-descendant communities:
“I call upon Black, African, Caribbean, American, and Afro-descendant communities to continue entering spaces where you are not expected, opening paths for those who follow… Our presence matters, and our voices must be heard.”
Her resignation follows one of the most turbulent Miss Universe pageants in recent years, marked by allegations of rigged judging and public disputes.
