Sheikh Ahmad Gumi has strongly condemned the US airstrike on ISIS camps in Northwest Nigeria, stating that annihilating terrorists should be done by "clean, holy hands" and not by another entity with a history of violence against innocent civilians. Gumi criticized the US for its global military record, questioning its moral authority to lead such efforts. He also warned that US involvement, particularly under claims of protecting Christians, could polarize Nigeria along religious lines ¹.

Gumi emphasized that airstrikes alone cannot defeat terrorism and stressed the need for strong ground operations, which Nigeria can carry out with proper organization. He cautioned against allowing foreign powers to play a role in Nigeria's counterterrorism operations, suggesting that countries like China, Turkey, or Pakistan could provide more effective military assistance if needed ¹.

The US strike, approved by President Donald Trump, targeted ISIS militants in Sokoto state, killing multiple terrorists. The Nigerian government confirmed the operation was a joint effort with the US, aimed at combating terrorism and extremism ² ³.