18/12/2025
Debunking the False News and Standing with Truth
In recent days, a piece of false and misleading news has circulated across social media platforms, alleging that the Grand M***i of Yorubaland, Sheikh Daood Imran Molaasan, was arrested by the Department of State Services (DSS). This claim is entirely untrue. It is a fabricated story designed to mislead the public, sow confusion, and tarnish the image of a respected Islamic scholar who has devoted his life to service, peace, and the unity of the Ummah.
The Grand M***i has not been arrested, nor has he been involved in any unlawful activity. On the contrary, he remains committed to dialogue, cooperation with lawful authorities, and the promotion of peace and justice within society. It is deeply unfortunate that in an age of instant information, falsehood can travel faster than truth.
Who Is the Grand M***i of Yorubaland?
Sheikh Daood Imran Molaasan is widely recognized as the Grand M***i of Yorubaland—a position of scholarship, moral guidance, and responsibility. He is known for:
His deep knowledge of the Qur’an and Sunnah, and his balanced, scholarly approach to Islamic jurisprudence.
His commitment to unity, consistently calling Muslims to avoid division, hatred, and unnecessary conflict.
His advocacy for peace, justice, and compassion, not only among Muslims but within the wider society.
His courage to speak for the oppressed, including his open solidarity with the people of Palestine—an Islamic and humanitarian stance rooted in justice, not hatred or violence.
His Mission and Stand
The mission of the Grand M***i is clear: to guide with wisdom, to correct with mercy, and to unite rather than divide. He has repeatedly emphasized that Islam calls for:
Truth over rumours
Wisdom over provocation
Dialogue over hostility
Justice over oppression
Standing in solidarity with oppressed people anywhere in the world, including Palestinians, is not a crime. It is a moral position supported by Islamic teachings a
