By Lamin Njie
A parallel Supreme Islamic Council will unveil its officials on Sunday amid a bitter leadership row that has gripped the country’s top Islamic body.
The Momodou Lamin Touray-helmed Supreme Islamic Council is embroiled in a longstanding dispute over leadership. Top clerics under Rawdatul Majalis have been accused Mr Touray and his executive of holding the council hostage following the expiry of their term.
As a result, Rawdatul Majalis leaders have set up a parallel Supreme Islamic Council with top Brufut cleric Nano Hydara serving as its president.
On Sunday, the group will meet with journalists in Brufut to unveil its new executive committee members.
A press conference will be held at Sherif Muhamed Sanusi Nano Hydara’s house in Brufut at 10am.
