What is the ruling on one who works in the current governments and swears by Allah to be loyal to the ruler and the constitution?

The questioner : A Muslim enters the government, like the governments currently in existence, and swears by the Great Allah that he will be loyal to the ruler, the constitution, and so on. What is the ruling on this oath that he takes, for example, like ministers and the like?

The Shaykh : Of course, it is not permissible. I think that all those present, and even the ones taking the oath, know that this is not permissible. So what do you want from the details?

The questioner : The details are to clarify to some of the brothers that this is a great sin in the sight of Allah, and it may be major disbelief.

The Shaykh : Why? Who doubts that this oath is permissible? Who doubts and hesitates that this oath is not permissible according to the Shari'ah?

The questioner : By Allah, I do not think that anyone who has knowledge would say this!

The Shaykh : So ask about something in which there is doubt. As for the rounds and gestures regarding clear legal rulings, these have no answer except that Allah the Exalted will rectify the people.

The questioner : We seek reward from Allah the Exalted.

The Shaykh : That is enough, Abu Rami? Go ahead, I cannot do what you want, I cannot.