Imam Dismissed in Bauchi for Campaigning for Tinubu

Dahiru Abubakar was removed from his position as imam at a mosque in Madina Quarters, Bauchi metropolis, for allegedly campaigning for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's re-election during religious activities. Abubakar reportedly used his sermons after obligatory prayers to defend Tinubu's administration and encourage worshippers to support his bid for a second term in 2027.

Following his actions after the early morning Subhi prayer on Sunday, a committee was formed to address his behavior, leading to his removal. Abubakar stated that he was preaching against blaming Tinubu for the country's insecurity and economic issues, attributing these challenges to an "end times phenomenon." Imam Abubakar Jibrin, chairman of the mosque committee, confirmed the decision, emphasizing that Abubakar's actions included gathering people for political discussions in front of the mosque, which violated the mosque's purpose as a place of worship.

The committee had previously cautioned him against politicizing mosque activities.