The National Coordinator of the Obidient Movement Worldwide, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, has distanced himself from comments attributed to Islamic cleric Sheikh Yahaya Sani Jingir, who recently advocated for a Muslim-Muslim presidential ticket and made remarks about Christians.
In a statement on Tuesday, Tanko emphasised that his position was rooted in peaceful coexistence, mutual respect, and equal citizenship regardless of religion or ethnicity.
“I, Dr. Yunusa Tanko, a Muslim from Kano State, hereby dissociate myself from the statements attributed to Mallam Yahaya Sani Jingir condemning Christians in Nigeria or describing them as infidels, as well as his advocacy for a Muslim-Muslim ticket on the basis of religious identity,” he said.
Tanko stressed that Nigeria belongs to all its citizens and that competence, character, and accountability should guide political choices. He declared his support for the Peter Obi–Rabiu Kwankwaso presidential ticket, describing it as a platform for unity and progress.
“I therefore affirm my support for
