Islamic Clerics Urge Tinubu to Withdraw from 2027 Race

Over 1000 Islamic clerics, under the umbrella of Ko Da Naka…For the Struggle to Promote Good Governance and Community Development, convened a national conference in Kano State, where they issued a communique urging President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to drop his re-election bid for the 2027 general elections. The clerics expressed dissatisfaction with Tinubu's administration, particularly criticizing his economic policies, including the removal of the fuel subsidy, changes to the naira exchange-rate system, increases in electricity tariffs, and tax reforms, which they believe have exacerbated hardship for ordinary citizens.

They unanimously agreed that it would be inappropriate to re-elect the current government unless it changes its harmful economic policies. Additionally, the clerics raised concerns about ongoing insecurity, including killings and kidnappings, urging the government to take urgent action.

They suggested that if Tinubu refuses to refrain from contesting, citizens should reject his candidacy in favor of better leadership.