Conor McGregor has been branded 'Ireland's shame' and 'undermines' Irish values by a leading voice in the Irish Muslim community. Chair of the Irish Muslim Peace and Integration Council Dr Umar Al-Qadri took to social media to launch an impassioned stance on the former MMA fighter.

Conor McGregor's presidential aspirations in Ireland face strong opposition after he launched a petition to change nomination rules. Dr. Umar Al-Qadri

McGregor has slammed Ireland for not being a true democracy due to the nomination obstacles facing those seeking the Irish presidency. While The President of Ireland might appear to be the pinnacle of political power, it largely functions as a ceremonial head of state.