Islamic cleric Shaykh Habibullah Al-Ilory has called on Nigeria’s leaders to embrace justice, fairness, and equal treatment for all citizens, regardless of religion, tribe, or social status.

He emphasized that Christians, Muslims, traditionalists, the rich, and the poor are all citizens, and anyone appointed to a position of authority carries the responsibility of serving them all equitably.

Shaykh Al-Ilory made the remarks on Sunday during a special prayer and lecture in Ado-Odo town, Ogun State, held in memory of Fadilat Sheikh Mah’ruf Al-Karazy, who passed away on November 9, 2025.

The Islamic scholar, founder of the Arabic and Islamic Training Centre, Markaz, Agege, Lagos, stressed that leadership must never discriminate, noting that justice and fairness are core principles in both Islamic teachings and nation-building.

Represented by Sheikh Sulaiman As-Saruji, Shaykh Al-Ilory said:

“We must not fight each other. Muslims must not fight Christians, and Christians must not fight Muslims or traditional worshippers. We must live together in peace.”

He also urged Nigerians to uphold moral principles, obey the law, and support initiatives that promote religious harmony, highlighting the late cleric’s life of peace and tolerance as a model for leaders and citizens alike.

Other dignitaries at the event, including the Chief Imam of Ado-Odo, Alhaji Soliu Ibrahim, and the Olofin of Ado-Odo, HRM Oba Olusola Lamidi-Osolo, called on leaders to invest in education, teachers, and Islamic lecturers, while preserving the late cleric’s legacy of community service and religious tolerance.

Additionally, Olu of Imasayi, Oba Luqman Kuoye, appealed for unity and patience nationwide, noting that the President’s ongoing economic reforms are laying the groundwork for future stability.

Sofiullah Sulaiman, son of the late cleric, encouraged the government to consult Islamic scholars for guidance in line with Qur’anic teachings, emphasizing the enduring value of his father’s counsel.