The Catholic Diocese of Sokoto has dismissed as false and misleading a viral video alleging that the residence of Matthew Hassan Kukah, alongside a cathedral and a N1 billion Catholic Pastoral Centre, was set ablaze by Islamists in Sokoto.
In a statement issued on Saturday, the Diocese firmly debunked the claim, stating: “Our attention has been drawn to a misleading and false video currently circulating online.
“We wish to inform the general public that this information is totally false.”
The Diocese reassured residents that there was no cause for alarm, emphasising that “the Bishop’s residence, the Cathedral, and the Catholic Pastoral Centre in Sokoto remain safe, intact, and fully operational.”
It further explained that the video resurfaced in connection with past unrest, noting: “This video started circulating in the wake of the brutal murder of Deborah Yakubu.
“This is the work of persons committed to causing havoc in our society.”
According to the statement, the Bishop also acknowledged the swift response of security agencies, saying he “expresses gratitude to the military and state security agencies who responded immediately when the video started circulating.”
Reassuring the public of stability, the Diocese declared that “Sokoto remains calm and peaceful,” while extending goodwill messages ahead of the Easter celebration.
“The Bishop extends his warm greetings and goodwill to all the faithful and people of goodwill and wishes everyone a joyful and grace-filled Easter in advance,” the statement added.
The disclaimer was signed by Rev. Fr. Pascal Salifu, Director of Communications, Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, and dated April 4, 2026.
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