The Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN) has expressed deep disappointment over the Muslim-Muslim ticket that brought President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima into office in 2023.
According to the council, the ticket has failed to deliver the expected benefits for the Muslim community, particularly in Yoruba land, despite their significant population in the country.
Speaking at the Pre-Ramadan Lecture held in Kaduna on Tuesday, Sheikh Abdurrasheed Hadiyyatullah, President of the SCSN, lamented that millions of Muslims remain politically marginalized across Nigeria, especially in the South-West, where they overwhelmingly supported the ticket.
He emphasized that the council has not witnessed the expected advantages of having a Muslim-Muslim presidency, contrary to the widespread belief that it would benefit the Muslim community.
The SCSN’s remarks come at a critical time as Nigeria grapples with economic hardship, insecurity, and growing concerns over religious and ethnic divisions.
The council’s call for justice, equity, and unity highlights the need for inclusive governance and policies that address the grievances of all Nigerians, regardless of faith or ethnicity.
