Morocco fqih haram salary controversy bus drivers gambling ads

His reasoning sparked a heated controversy on social media. According to him, the revenue from these advertising campaigns would contribute to financing the transport companies’ activities. Drivers would therefore be indirectly paid with money coming from gambling.

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This claim, reported by Al Akhbar, raised doubts among some drivers. Several of them reportedly sought the opinion of people knowledgeable about religious matters, who advised them to disregard this interpretation.

His own reasoning turns against him

Critics of Redouane highlight an obvious contradiction. His message was posted on social media platforms that themselves broadcast numerous advertisements for betting and lotteries, and can even serve as gateways to gambling platforms. By strictly applying his logic, his own post could therefore be considered problematic.

The controversy also concerns his legitimacy to pronounce such a ban. In Morocco, the Supreme Council of Ulemas is the only institution authorized to officially issue fatwas in religious matters. Several internet users thus accuse the influencer of claiming a function that does not belong to him.

Others prefer to present his message as a simple personal "advice". They nevertheless recall that gambling is regulated by Moroccan legislation and that its advertising presence is not enough to make the work of all those involved in the affected sectors unlawful.

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For the drivers targeted, no official ban has been issued. Their salary therefore does not become "haram" simply because an advertisement for gambling appears on the bus they drive.