Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Daniel Amah, who gained national acclaim for rejecting a $200,000 bribe in a high-profile armed robbery case, has converted to Islam.
Amah was formally welcomed into the faith during a private event on Tuesday held at the palace of the Emir of Kano, Muhammad Sanusi II. He adopted Muhammad as his new name.
Speaking in Hausa, the Emir urged Amah to seek Islamic knowledge and diligently observe the five pillars of Islam: belief in Allah, the five daily prayers, fasting during Ramadan, pilgrimage to Mecca, and Zakat (charitable giving).
The Emir prayed for Allah’s guidance so that Amah could become one of the best Muslims in the world.
He also admonished him to uphold his good character and remain respectful and obedient to his parents, regardless of their religious beliefs.
Amah gained national recognition in April 2022 when, as Divisional Police Officer (DPO) in Nasarawa Local Government Area of Kano State, he rejected a $200,000 bribe offered by armed robbery suspects. The suspects had stolen over ₦300 million during a robbery targeting a Bureau De Change operator with $750,000 in cash.
In acknowledgement of his integrity, the Police Service Commission promoted Amah from Chief Superintendent of Police to Assistant Commissioner of Police on November 10, 2022.
Former President Muhammadu Buhari also celebrated Amah’s actions, presenting him with the 2022 Public Service Integrity Award.
The award was recommended by the Chairman of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), Prof. Bolaji Owasanoye, who described Amah’s conduct as exemplary.
Meanwhile, many Muslims on X have expressed excitement over news that a policeman has converted to Islam.
A post on X celebrating the conversion by former social media aide to ex-President Muhammadu Buhari, Bashir Ahmad reads: “I was filled with joy when I read the story of Assistant Commissioner of Police, Mr. Daniel Amah, embracing Islam yesterday at the Kano Emir’s Palace. ACP Daniel Amah, who I have maintained a very good relationship with since I first met him in 2018, is one of the most exemplary and upright police officers in this country.
“In 2022, Daniel received the IGP Award for his integrity after rejecting a $200,000 bribe from armed robbers. May Allah ease his journey, grant him wisdom, and bless him with a deeper understanding of the faith. Ameen!”
Another post on X by @MFaarees_ read: “Alhamdulillah! Another beautiful soul has embraced Islam. Y’all remember ACP Daniel Amah? The police officer honored and promoted by President Buhari for rejecting a $200,000 bribe has accepted Islam and chosen the name Muhammad. May Allah bless and guide you, sir. Welcome to the religion of peace and truth. We love you.”
Also, @AM_Saleeeem said: “GOOD NEWS; Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Daniel Amah, renowned for his integrity in the Nigerian Police Force, embraced Islam yesterday, at the Kano Emir’s Palace. In a ceremony presided over by Emir Muhammadu Sanusi II, ACP Amah adopted the Islamic name Muhammadu Sanusi. The Emir advised him to pursue Islamic knowledge and maintain his commendable character.”
