Sheikh Mansur Sokoto slams Tinubu Muslim-Muslim ticket – By Sojworldnews | March 22, 2026
A prominent Islamic scholar, Sheikh Mansur Ibrahim Sokoto, has strongly criticised President Bola Ahmed Tinubu over the controversial Muslim-Muslim ticket that brought the All Progressives Congress (APC) to power in the 2023 general election. He warned that Northern Muslims will no longer be persuaded by religious sentiments in future elections.
The Sokoto-based cleric accused the current administration of using religion as a political strategy to secure votes from Northern Muslims, describing it as a “deception” that should never be repeated. According to reports, he said:
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“We will teach him a bitter lesson. No cleric should come and tell us Tinubu is a Muslim or our brother again.”
Sheikh Mansur stressed that voters in Northern Nigeria are now more politically aware. Therefore, they will focus on leadership performance and governance rather than religious identity, especially ahead of the 2027 general elections. In addition, he warned religious leaders against campaigning for any politician using religious identity as a tool.
Allegation of Political Deception
The cleric argued that the Muslim-Muslim ticket used in the 2023 presidential election was a calculated political strategy designed to appeal to religious sentiments in the North. He reportedly stated:
“The North was used as a ladder to power and later abandoned.”
Meanwhile, Sheikh Mansur emphasized that citizens should judge leaders based on performance, security, and economic stability rather than religion. Furthermore, he advised that religion must not be used to manipulate voters, and clerics should avoid political propaganda.
Growing Political Tension Ahead of 2027
These comments come as discussions around the 2027 general elections are gradually gaining momentum across Nigeria. Political analysts say religious and regional alliances played a major role in the 2023 election, and criticisms like Sheikh Mansur’s statement indicate possible cracks in the ruling coalition.
The Presidency has not officially responded to the cleric’s statement at the time of filing this report. In addition, social media has been abuzz with debates on the role of religion in politics and national leadership.
Focus on Governance and Performance
Observers believe the statement reflects growing sentiment among Northern leaders who want governance, security, and economic recovery to become the central campaign issues in future elections. According to the cleric:
- Religion should not be used to manipulate voters.
- Leadership must be based on competence and integrity.
- Northern voters will prioritize performance in 2027.
- Clerics should avoid political propaganda.
Political and Religious Sensitivity
Nigeria remains a religiously diverse country. Therefore, political observers warn that religion-based campaigns can deepen national divisions if not properly managed. Analysts suggest that the debate around the Muslim-Muslim ticket will likely remain a key issue leading to 2027.
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