Kwankwaso Disowns ‘Muslim Majority Won’t Vote Christian’ Claim By Sheikh Jingir
Former Kano State’s Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has condemned Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir who, in supporting the Muslim-Muslim ticket of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, recently said followers of Islam should see it as an opportunity to prove their superior numerical strength over Christians in Nigeria.
Responding to the widely-condemned utterance, Kwankwaso, Running Mate to the National Democratic Party (NDC) Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, said such divisive statements should not be encouraged.
Kwankwaso tweeted on Friday, saying:
“I am deeply concerned by the comments made by Sheikh Sani Yahaya Jingir at an event in Kano this weekend.
“At this critical moment in our nation’s history, statements that promote division and disunity must be firmly discouraged. It is particularly troubling to hear such rhetoric from a religious leader of Sheikh Jingir’s stature and influence.
“Let it be clearly stated: the good people of Kano do not endorse or support these divisive remarks.
“Political and religious leaders alike carry a solemn responsibility to uphold truth, foster unity, and advance reconciliation. We must not lend our voices to utterances capable of undermining the very foundation of our nationhood.
“The 2027 general elections will be an opportunity for Nigerians to reward good governance with resounding support and to reject poor performance at the polls. This administration has earned the latter.
“God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria. –RMK”
