Ahead of the 2027 general elections, the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) stated that it does not support the adoption of a Muslim-Muslim ticket for elective public office, emphasizing that Nigeria remains a multi-religious and multi-ethnic nation.

 

 

 

The reaction follows the All Progressives Congress (APC) adopting President Bola Tinubu and Vice President Kashim Shettima, both Muslims, to contest the presidential election in 2027.

 

 

 

Following its National Executive Council meeting, the Christian body released resolutions regarding national developments and leadership balance in the country.

 

 

 

“The National Executive Council, NEC, of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), at its duly convened meeting, has carefully considered recent developments affecting the nation and wishes to make the following resolutions known to the Nigerian public.”

 

“The PFN reiterates its unwavering commitment to the unity, peace, and progress of Nigeria. We remain convinced that our nation can only flourish where justice, equity, the rule of law, and respect for the Constitution prevail.”

 

“The PFN does not support the adoption of a Muslim-Muslim ticket for elective public office. Nigeria is a multi-religious and multi-ethnic nation whose diversity should be reflected in its leadership. Inclusive governance promotes national unity, mutual trust, and a sense of belonging among all citizens.”

 

 

 

Addressing proposed legislation regarding preaching restrictions, the body expressed firm opposition to policies that curtail religious freedom.

 

“We strongly oppose any law or policy that seeks to ban or unduly restrict Christian preaching.”

 

 

 

The group noted that such measures run counter to constitutional guarantees regarding freedom of thought, conscience, religion, and expression “inconsistent with the provisions of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, which guarantees every citizen the freedom of thought, conscience, religion, expression, and peaceful assembly.”

 

 

 

“While the PFN supports lawful regulation necessary to preserve public order, such regulation must never become an instrument for suppressing legitimate religious expression or infringing upon fundamental human rights.”

 

“We respectfully call upon all arms and levels of government to uphold the Constitution, protect the rights of every Nigerian regardless of faith, and ensure that no legislation discriminates against any religious community.”

 

 

 

The fellowship urged Christians across the country to remain peaceful, prayerful, law-abiding, and steadfast, while exercising constitutional rights responsibly.

 

 

 

“We encourage sincere dialogue among government, religious leaders, and civil society in addressing issues capable of threatening our national cohesion. Nigeria’s diversity should be regarded as a strength to be nurtured rather than a source of division.”

 

“The PFN remains commited to praying for our nation and working with all stakeholders to build a peaceful, just, and prosperous Nigeria where every citizen enjoys equal protection under the law.”