then attended the prestigious School of Arabic Studies as well as Ahmadu Bello University and earned an advanced degree in economics. As a student, Zakzaky was a very active member of the Muslim Student Society until he was expelled from his university. Zakzazy is both a scholar and an activist focusing on the learning, research, and teaching of Islamic Studies, and is recognized as the founder of the Islamic Movement of Nigeria. The movement calls for the rejection of the Nigerian Constitution and an Islamic Revolution that focuses on enlightenment. He is also believed to have started the nation-wide demonstrations in support of the inclusion of Shariah law in the Nigerian Constitution. Zakzaky has been jailed by the Nigerian government since 1984 and has continued to face persecution under multiple regimes because his beliefs were considered treasonous. One of his arrests was for stating that “there is no government except that of Islam”. In response to the arrest of their leader, the Islamic movement in Nigeria has been holding peaceful free Zakazy protests that will continue until Zakazy is released. Branches The Islamic Movement has well organized branches and infrastructure in almost 35 States in Nigeria. Each branch has a dedicated goal and purpose for advancing the Islamic Movement and appear to be largely self-sufficient. The Islamic Movement's website lists the 10 branches of the movement: Academic Forum The Academic Forum is a branch of the Islamic movement that focuses on intellectual, cultural and civilizational advancement through intellectual revolution. Members include academic and non academic staff as well as students. Activities of this branch include the following events: Annual Imam's week in commemoration of late Ayatollah Ruhullah Al-Musawi Al-Komeini, Annual national conference on islamic thought Joint Academic/Sisters Forum national conference Conduction of Islamic Vocation Course for secondary and tertiary students Weekly visitations of secondary schools Weekly conduction of Ta'alimat in various campuses within the country Weekly article release Organizing tutorials in campuses Organizing lessons for Secondary schools students. Resource Forum This branch is made up of working class members who are in various sectors in the economy. Their main activity includes organizing lectures, seminars, and publications. Islamic Movement Production Incorporated into the Islamic Movement in 2006, the mission of this branch is to produce Islamically oriented films that are aligned with Islamic beliefs, values, and cultures. The first production was a two part film title KARBALA and was based on