A section of Muslim leaders from Kilifi county has demanded that former Gender CS Aisha Jumwa apologise to the community after making defamatory remarks about the religion.
Jumwa, in several social media posts, condemned the religion for burying her kin at night, remarks that have not sat well with the Muslim leaders.
Speaking on Friday, the leaders alleged that Jumwa had no right to interfere in religious practices and should not use the incident to play political theatrics.
It is alleged that Zacharia Charo, a relative of the former CS, died from injuries he sustained from a mob beating after he allegedly killed a 75-year-old.
Following his deeds, Charo was buried at night, a move that angered Jumwa, prompting her to post a condemnation of the religion.
In response, the agitated leaders now demand that Jumwa apologise and steer clear of religious matters.
"What she did was direct incitement; she insulted Islam and mocked Muslims. We demand a special apology, in Islam called Qunut,'' one of the leaders said.
"If she had not interfered in this matter, it would have already been resolved. She should not use it politically to seek publicity in the political arena. These are issues that concern people's beliefs, and she is required to be respectful,'' another emphasised.
In Islam, burial is considered a sacred and urgent process, ideally performed as soon as possible after death.
While daytime burials are common, it is not uncommon to see some Muslims being buried at night. This depends on the urgency, circumstances, and privacy.
Sometimes, one is buried at night if they have requested.
Aisha Jumwa, once a Muslim, converted to Christianity, but maintained her Muslim name. She previously mentioned that while she retains her Muslim name, she identifies as a Christian.
