The Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has rejected the Muslim-Muslim ticket adopted for the 2027 general elections, insisting that Nigeria’s religious and ethnic diversity must be reflected in its political leadership.
The Christian body stated this in a communiqué issued after its National Executive Council meeting, signed by its National Publicity Secretary, Dr Sylvanus Ukafia.
The position follows the All Progressives Congress’s adoption of President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, both Muslims, for the 2027 presidential election.
PFN said it remained committed to Nigeria’s unity and stability but maintained that inclusive governance was necessary to promote trust and a sense of belonging among citizens.
‘Nigeria’s Diversity Should Reflect In Leadership’
The fellowship said its NEC had “carefully considered recent developments affecting the nation” and wished to make its resolutions known to the public.
It reiterated its “unwavering commitment to the unity, peace, and progress of Nigeria,” stressing that the country can only flourish where justice, equity, the rule of law, and constitutional respect prevail.
PFN stated clearly that it does not support a Muslim-Muslim ticket for elective office, noting that Nigeria’s multi-religious and multi-ethnic character should be reflected in its leadership. It argued that inclusive governance fosters national unity, mutual trust, and belonging among all citizens.
The body maintained that political arrangements should account for Nigeria’s plural nature and avoid creating perceptions of exclusion among religious groups.
PFN Opposes Restrictions On Preaching
The fellowship also kicked against any proposed legislation capable of restricting Christian preaching, saying it “strongly opposes any law or policy that seeks to ban or unduly restrict Christian preaching.”
It argued that such legislation would run contrary to the Constitution, which guarantees every citizen freedom of thought, conscience, religion, expression, and peaceful assembly.
While acknowledging government’s authority to introduce lawful measures for public order, PFN warned against using such regulations to suppress religious freedom, stressing that regulation “must never become an instrument for suppressing legitimate religious expression or infringing upon fundamental human rights.”
The fellowship called on all arms and levels of government to uphold the Constitution, protect the rights of every Nigerian regardless of faith, and ensure no legislation discriminates against any religious community.
PFN also appealed to Christians nationwide to remain peaceful and law-abiding while exercising their constitutional rights, urging believers to stay prayerful and steadfast while demonstrating “the love of Christ” without violence or provocation.
The fellowship further called for sustained dialogue between government, religious organisations, and civil society on issues threatening national cohesion, describing Nigeria’s diversity as “a strength to be nurtured rather than a source of division.”
It added that PFN remains committed to praying for the nation and working with stakeholders to build a peaceful, just, and prosperous Nigeria where every citizen enjoys equal protection under the law.
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