“If I Make Mistake, Blame Me Not My Religion” – Naira Marley
Naira Marley, the Nigerian musician whose real name is Abdulazeez Fashola, has replied to those who link his personal actions to his religious faith. His statement comes in the wake of the death of his former signee, Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad.
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After his testimony at the coroner’s inquest where he denied bullying or having any hand in Mohbad’s death, Naira Marley has been lambasted. He responded by sharing on his social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), that, “Islam is perfect, Muslims are not. If I make a mistake, blame me, not my religion.”
Naira Marley’s post has generated a lot of reactions, with some people supporting his view that an individual’s flaw shouldn’t be used to judge a whole religion. Others believe that public figures especially those who declare their faith publicly have a duty to represent the values of their faith.
Naira Marley has been a continuous controversy magnet due to his music, lyrics, and lifestyle which some say doesn’t align with the moral teachings of Islam. His critics say he corrupts the youth, while his fans say he has the right to practice his faith no matter his career and that his actions shouldn’t define the religion itself.
CelebrityNote has gathered some users’ reactions:
@WeonTuPodis said, “If the islam was brought for a man, or it was given to us through a man if you want to be more specific, Isn’t this evidence enough to understand that it is not perfect? same thing with the bible and all the inspired by god books?”
@groypocalypse said, “I’m a Christian but I agree in terms of both our beliefs.”
@BigPeace6 said, “The way una de make mistake in group , that’s why your religion will be blame.”
@Yusuph____ said, “Islam is perfect. Muslims are not. Don’t confuse the two.”
@_roydebasis said, “When you make that mistake because your religious scriptures have told you to, more than you, it’s your religion, that deserves the blame.”
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