Hijab: IMAN hails Supreme Court and urges respect for judgment

The Islamic Medical Association of Nigeria (IMAN) has welcomed the Supreme Court ruling on the use of hijab in public schools, describing it as long overdue and historic.

The Supreme Court recently upheld the use of the hijab as a constitutional right in the case between the Lagos State government and Asiyat AbdulKareem, following a similar Court of Appeal ruling in favor of the hijab.

In a statement by its National President, Prof. Ibrahim Oreagba, IMAN said: “The Supreme Court ruling on the hijab is remarkable. It is indeed highly anticipated.

"IMAN joins other Muslim organizations and individuals in welcoming and celebrating this ruling. It puts an end to the back-and-forth debate over the use of the hijab in public institutions.

Despite the fact that the constitution is clear on the issue of freedom of thought, conscience and religion, some overzealous people have harassed our Muslim sisters about the divinely ordained hijab. This will no longer be acceptable.

“We specifically declare that the Supreme Court judgment must be implemented in our various schools of nursing across the country. The nursing school is among the establishments where cases of refusal of hijab and harassment have been recorded.

"IMAN is using this media to urge the relevant authorities to take notice of the judgment. We will continue to monitor the activities of nursing schools and ensure the implementation of this judgment. Any violation will be fought by all legal means. possible."

The association commended the efforts of Muslim lawyers and the Muslim Student Society of Nigeria (MSSN) in pursuing the case to a logical conclusion, praying to Allah Almighty to reward abundantly all those who participated in the fight.

“We particularly salute the courage of Mrs. Asiyah AbdulKareem and her family. We also remember our legendary late father, Chief Gani Adetola-Kazeem, who championed this beautiful cause until he met the Lord. We pray to Allah to forgive his shortcomings, to be with his family and to count this achievement among his good deeds.

"IMAN encourages all Muslim sisters to stop being intimidated into wearing their hijab and practicing their religion.

"We have the Supreme Court's decision in our favour. The implication is that anyone violating the right to hijab will face the brunt of the law."

Professor Oreagba, however, urged Muslim students to face up to their studies and make the ummah proud in order to bust all the myths and misinformation surrounding Islam and Muslims.

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