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Muslims unmask masquerade in Osogbo

By Our correspondent

Police authorities have begun investigations into a violent clash, which occurred between a popular masquerade, Gangaro, and Muslims at Oja-Oba area of Osogbo, Osun State.

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In the violence that broke out, Gangaro, was unmasked and was thoroughly beaten along with his followers by the Muslims worshippers.

Gangaro’s clothing was also taken away by the Muslims. Gangaro belongs to Balogun House in Osogbo.

It was gathered that the masquerade and its followers were passing along the Central Mosque Road, Oja-Oba, when they clashed with the Muslims, who were worshipping at the mosque.

Our correspondent gathered that the song by the followers of the masquerade was objected to by the Muslims, who felt that the song insulted Islam.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Osun State, Mr Joshua Olayemi, said on Tuesday that the police had commenced investigations into the case.

Olayemi, who called for religious harmony, said the police would not tolerate religious violence in the state.

The Ataoja of Osogbo, Oba Iyiola Matanmi, directed the Muslims worshippers to return the clothes of the masquerade.