Nigerian musician Ere Asalatu defends singing Christian hymn in church

The single sharpest fact in one or two punchy sentences. Who did what, where, when, and why it matters. Not a summary of everything — the one thing that makes someone stop scrolling. Popular Muslim singer Ere Asalatu has sparked controversy after singing a Christian hymn at a church in what he called a bid to unite people of different faiths. The singer, whose real name is AbdulKabir Alayande, said he chose the hymn because Jesus Christ is recognised as Prophet Issa in Islam.

Ere Asalatu, a Muslim singer, said Jesus Christ is recognised as Prophet Issa in Islam, but some people criticised him for singing a Christian hymn. The singer's decision has sparked a heated debate on social media with some people accusing him of betraying his Muslim faith.

Ere Asalatu explained that Jesus referred to in the song is the same Jesus the Quran describes as a Prophet. He said that Prophet Muhammad had not denied Jesus Christ's existence or divinity. 'Is Jesus no longer your friend? He is your friend, he is my friend,' the singer said.

The singer also questioned why some people would oppose his move when Jesus Christ is mentioned over 200 times in the Quran. 'You didn't force me to make it in life. You didn't force me to come eat from your source of income. You didn't force me to make money but you want to force me to make heaven. Does that even make sense?' he asked.

Ere Asalatu further called for religious tolerance, saying everybody should serve their God in their own way. He argued that music can be a way to spread knowledge and lessons, even in Islam. 'One of the people dragging me said I am supposed to be beheaded. I am even trying to get the person's number so I can tell him to come to my house to cut off my head in the presence of my children,' he said.

The singer's move has sparked debate on social media, with some people supporting his decision and others accusing him of betraying his Muslim faith. Yet, the singer has maintained that he remains committed to his Islamic faith and will continue to preach the religion.

Ere Asalatu's critics argue that singing a Christian hymn goes against the teachings of Islam. However, the singer's decision to sing the hymn has also sparked calls for greater religious tolerance and understanding.

Despite the backlash, the singer's move has also sparked calls for greater religious tolerance and understanding. Ere Asalatu remains committed to his Islamic faith and will continue to preach the religion.

The singer's move has sparked debate over the place of music in Islam. Critics argue that singing a Christian hymn goes against the teachings of Islam. Yet, the singer's decision to sing the hymn has also sparked calls for greater religious tolerance and understanding.

In a bid to address the concerns of his critics, the singer said he had consulted with some Islamic leaders who encouraged him to continue his work. He also thanked his supporters and critics, saying the criticism had helped him identify areas where he could improve.

'Although your hatred has done nothing to us, but you also made impact. We were able to pick out of the hateful words to make corrections because no one is perfect,' he said.

The singer's commitment to his Islamic faith has not wavered despite the backlash. Ere Asalatu said he will continue to preach the religion and promote greater understanding and tolerance between people of different faiths.

The singer's move has sparked debate over the place of music in Islam. Critics argue that singing a Christian hymn goes against the teachings of Islam. Yet, the singer's decision to sing the hymn has also sparked calls for greater religious tolerance and understanding.