Husaini criticised the inclusion of non-Muslim members and government-appointed officers in Waqf Boards, saying such provisions would not address issues of mismanagement or corruption.”Undue political and bureaucratic interference has historically been the root of Waqf misgovernance. Instead of fixing this, the Act weakens Muslim institutions further — especially with restrictive changes like modifying the ‘Waqf by user’ provision,” he said.He also expressed disappointment over the role of some political parties.”Those who claim to be secular but supported this Bill have exposed their hypocrisy. Their betrayal will not be forgotten and may cost them dearly in the constituencies they pretend to represent,” Husaini warned.The JIH expressed gratitude to political parties and MPs who opposed the legislation and appealed to them to support nationwide protests and explore all legal and constitutional means to have the law repealed.The JIH president also condemned the ongoing Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, particularly in Rafah.”Strikes on tents in designated safe zones and on schools during Ramadan’s suhoor hours show utter contempt for human rights and international law. This is genocide, plain and simple,” Husaini said, adding that “more than 50,000 people have been killed or injured in Gaza since October 2023”.
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