Islamic scholar Mufti Amir Hamza has issued a public apology for a series of controversial comments that sparked criticism in recent weeks.
“I have been advised by my organization not to make political statements. From now on, I will confine myself strictly to Qur’anic tafsir,” Hamza stated.
Clarifying a recent comment about the call to prayer at Dhaka University’s Mohsin Hall, Hamza admitted to mistakenly naming the hall instead of Salimullah Muslim Hall. “It was a slip of the tongue. I sincerely apologize. Though injustices occurred during the banned Chhatra League era, I should not have phrased it that way,” he said, vowing to be more cautious.
He also responded to backlash over remarks about alcohol bottles in Jahangirnagar University halls and a comparison involving actress Rashmika Mandanna, explaining that his statements were misinterpreted. “If my words caused offense, I regret it deeply. Mistakes happen when we use comparisons during sermons. I will refrain from such remarks in the future,” Hamza added.
The cleric concluded by recalling his imprisonment during the Awami League government, claiming he still suffers from lingering physical and mental health issues.
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