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The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, has denied endorsing President Bola Tinubu for a second term ahead of the 2027 presidential election, according to reports from Daily Post. In a statement issued by his media team, the Sultan described the report circulating on social media as false, malicious and an attempt to drag him into partisan politics.
The statement said it was impossible for the Sultan, as a father figure to all Nigerians, to publicly endorse any candidate or political party. The Sultan urged Nigerians to disregard any attempt to misrepresent his position.
Key Points:
The Sultan’s denial distances the traditional institution from partisan politics.
The false report could have undermined the Sultan’s impartiality as a religious and traditional leader.
The Sultan reaffirmed his commitment to peace, unity and peaceful coexistence.
He cautioned against drawing religious institutions into partisan political controversies.
The denial comes ahead of the 2027 election campaign season.
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