Religious Groups Clash Over Call for Removal of INEC Chairman Amid Allegations of Bias

The Supreme Council for Sharia in Nigeria (SCSN) has demanded the immediate removal and prosecution of INEC Chairman Prof. Joash Amupitan, alleging bias and compromising the electoral process.

In response, the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and other groups have rejected this call, warning against mixing politics with religion in the Northern region. The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has aligned itself with SCSN's position, citing concerns over Amupitan's alleged anti-Christian views and conflicts of interest.

The controversy highlights religious and political divisions, with CAN questioning the motives behind the campaign against Amupitan. The issue underscores long-standing concerns of religious discrimination in sensitive national appointments, particularly in the electoral process.