The Muslim Community of Lagos State has vowed not to support any political party that fields a non-Muslim candidate for governor in the 2027 general election.
This decision was made at the community’s 2026 General Assembly, where they also called for greater representation in government appointments and an end to alleged marginalisation.
The community’s stance is in response to perceived injustices, including the recent appointment of commissioners, where only 8 out of 39 nominees were Muslims, despite Muslims making up over 60% of Lagos State’s population.
The community has been protesting these appointments, citing constitutional violations and demanding a review to reflect 60% Muslim representation.
The Muslim Community of Lagos State is also pushing for the establishment of an Islamic Personal Court and a Shariah Court of Appeal in Lagos State.
They’ve appealed to the government to respect and implement the Supreme Court judgment on the use of hijab by female Muslim students in public schools.
Prominent Islamic clerics have backed the community’s stance, urging Muslims to reject politicians opposed to the establishment of Shariah courts in the South-West.
They’ve threatened legal action against any governor resisting the practice of Shariah, arguing that such opposition infringes on the religious rights of Muslims.
