Human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju has strongly condemned remarks by Islamic cleric Sheikh Yahya Jingir in support of Muslim-Muslim presidential tickets, warning that such rhetoric risks deepening religious divisions and threatening Nigeria’s unity.
In a statement issued on Sunday, Adeyanju described Jingir’s comments as divisive and capable of fuelling religious tension. He stressed that Nigeria is a plural society whose Constitution recognises and protects religious diversity, and urged religious leaders to promote peace rather than discord.
“I condemn the recent rhetoric of Sheikh Yahya Jingir as divisive and capable of fuelling religious tension. Nigeria is a plural society, and our Constitution recognises and protects that plurality. Religious leaders should respect Nigeria’s plurality and use their influence to promote peace and unity rather than sowing discord between Christians and Muslims,” Adeyanju said.
He questioned the practical benefits of the Muslim-Muslim ticket, asking whether it had improved living standards, security, employment, inflation, or Nigeria’s global
