Tinubu Lacks Authority to Abolish Sharia Law, Says Abati

Reuben Abati, a former presidential aide, asserted that President Bola Tinubu does not have the authority to abolish Sharia law in Nigeria. During a discussion on a morning show, Abati explained that Sharia law is a constitutional matter, indicating that it is not within the purview of the presidency to eliminate it.

He further elaborated that the law is applicable to individuals who choose to submit themselves to it, reinforcing the idea that Sharia law is entrenched in the legal framework of certain states in Nigeria. Abati's comments come in response to recommendations made by a unit of the Nigerian government regarding Sharia law, highlighting ongoing debates about the role and influence of religious laws within the country's legal system.