Sunday, 19 January 2025 04:34

New sect that believes in neither Christianity nor Islam emerges in Northern Nigeria

Rate this item
(1 Vote)

A new sect, “ACHAD Life Mission International”, has begun operation in North West, Nigeria.

The newly established sect is reportedly linked to human trafficking and child separation.

According to the  Nigeria Immigration Service (NIS), the sect has its headquarters in Kaduna, while its leader simply identified as “Mr. Yokana”, lives in Jos, Plateau State.

In a circular dated January 14, 2025, the Principal Staff Officer to the Comptroller General of NIS, CIS A.A. Aridegbe, alerted Immigration officers of the development.

The circular titled: “Emergence of a new sect known as ACHAD Life Mission International”, was distributed to all directorates, zones, training institutions and commands.

An immigration source confirmed its authenticity to our correspondent.

“Yes, we were given the intelligence,” the source said.

According to NIS, there is credible intelligence that ACHAD members are linked to human trafficking and child separation activities.

The circular read, “I am directed to inform that the intelligence gathered by the Service reveals the emergence of a new Sect called ACHAD life Mission International. The intelligence reports that the Sect has its Headquarters in Kaduna, while its leader, one Mr. Yokana, lives in Jos, Plateau State. It further notes that the Sect neither believes in Islam nor Christianity, but preaches the restoration of the African tradition and support to humanity.

“The intelligence further reveals that the Sect has been canvassing for members both within and outside Nigeria, and is possibly involved in human trafficking and child separation.

“In light of the above, you are requested to stay vigilant, and report immediately any sign of the Sect, and where possible arrest and revert accordingly.

“This is for your information and strict compliance, please.”

When contacted, the spokesman for the NIS, Kenneth Udo, also confirmed the circular, saying: “It was issued by the service to alert officers.”

 

Daily Trust

March 10, 2025

30% of Nigeria’s small and medium businesses shut down due to unfavorable economic conditions, NESG…

The Nigerian Economic Summit Group (NESG) has revealed that 30% of Nigeria’s 24 million registered…
March 07, 2025

Natasha suspended from Senate amid sexual harassment allegations against Senate President Akpabio

The Nigerian Senate has suspended Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, representing Kogi Central, for six months without pay…
March 09, 2025

‘One of the most powerful antidotes to loneliness,’ from U.S. Surgeon General

Every year in January, I tell myself I’ll spend less on dinners out, read more,…
March 01, 2025

Man offers to split $525,000 jackpot with thieves who stole his credit card to buy…

A Frenchman appealed to the homeless thieves who stole his credit card to buy a…
March 09, 2025

CJN reassigns Nnamdi Kanu’s case following court outburst

Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), has thanked the Chief Justice…
March 10, 2025

What to know after Day 1110 of Russia-Ukraine war

WESTERN PERSPECTIVE Russian forces take three new settlements in drive to oust Ukrainian forces in…
February 24, 2025

How AI is affecting the way kids learn to read and write

Kayla Jimenez For Lisa Parry, a 12th grade teacher in South Dakota, the students' essays…
January 08, 2025

NFF appoints new Super Eagles head coach

The Nigeria Football Federation (NFF) has appointed Éric Sékou Chelle as the new Head Coach…

NEWSSCROLL TEAM: 'Sina Kawonise: Publisher/Editor-in-Chief; Prof Wale Are Olaitan: Editorial Consultant; Femi Kawonise: Head, Production & Administration; Afolabi Ajibola: IT Manager;
Contact Us: [email protected] Tel/WhatsApp: +234 811 395 4049

Copyright © 2015 - 2025 NewsScroll. All rights reserved.