Chief Sylvester O. Dimunah, the vice chairman of the Council
of Village Heads in Imo State, has been converted to Islam.
The traditional ruler, whose name is Musa Dimunah now, said
that the truthful nature of the religion, is the reason why he made the switch.
He revealed that the good character of Malam Ibrahim Biobonlomije, the former
secretary of the council and the executive secretary of Justice Mamman Nasir
Islamic Centre for Peace and Research influenced his decision to embrace Islam.
“I did not accept Islam, I only revert to the religion that
our forefathers practice and the universal religion of humanity. I’m impressed
by the good nature of Muslims’ love for everybody and hatred for none apart
from the way they revere Allah and all the Prophets without discrimination,” he
said.
“I am also impressed by the brotherhood and mutual respect
for each other and other members of the community.”
He however insisted there was no pressure to change his
name, after he became a Muslim.
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