Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has denied reports that he was arrested by US military officers at a Nigerian airport, calling the claims “false and illogical”. The controversy started with a viral image appearing to show Gumi being detained by foreign soldiers, sparking speculation about an international counter-terrorism operation in Nigeria
Gumi questioned the authenticity of the image, stating it’s AI-generated and meant to mislead the public. “The US Army cannot arrest me in Nigeria, why will the US army come and arrest me in Nigeria, for what reason?” he said, emphasizing he’s not been detained
Gumi’s engagements with armed groups in northern Nigeria have made him a controversial figure. In 2021, he met with bandit leaders to secure kidnapped victims’ release, earning praise from some families but raising concerns from security experts and officials
