A recent incident involving Islamic clerics has been denied by the army. The clerics were reportedly taken from a residence belonging to Senator Yari. Senator Yari has a new role as coordinator of a re-election campaign for Mr Tinubu.

Details of the incident are sparse, but it is known that the army has denied any involvement in the abduction. Senator Yari has not made any public comments on the matter.

Further information can be found through Premium Times, which initially reported the incident and the army's denial.