President Bola Tinubu is facing explosive accusations of selling out Nigeria just to remain in power, with critics claiming he is telling different stories to Nigerians, Islamic leaders, the United States and France over the sensitive issue of Sharia law and national identity.
Von Batten Montague York L.C. alleged that what Tinubu and his associates reportedly discuss behind closed doors in Washington D.C. is completely different from what Nigerians are being told publicly.
According to the claims, Tinubu is allegedly playing both sides to protect his political future. They say he reassures Islamic clerics to secure their support, while privately presenting a different position to American and French officials during confidential meetings in Washington and Paris.
Publicly, Tinubu has denied that there are no plans to abolish Sharia law in Northern Nigeria or change the country’s name and identity. However, opponents claim entirely different messages are being passed to foreign powers behind closed doors.
The allegations have sparked fears that religion is being used as a political weapon instead of focusing on ending insecurity, killings and division across the country. They argue that Christians and Muslims are being treated as political tools while secret negotiations are allegedly being made to strengthen Tinubu’s hold on power.
The controversy intensified after the Presidency released a statement denying reports that Tinubu plans to abolish Sharia law in the North or change the name of Nigeria. Supporters of the administration insist the rumours are false, misleading and politically motivated.
Despite the denial, critics believe the government’s private discussions with foreign powers may reveal a different agenda. They warn that hidden political deals could weaken Nigeria’s unity and long term stability.
The criticism comes at a time of rising tension over religion, insecurity and political survival in the country. Opponents say Tinubu is now aggressively seeking Muslim support and Northern votes ahead of a possible second term bid while publicly trying to calm fears over Sharia law and religious politics.
They argue that instead of focusing on ending violence, stopping killings and uniting Nigerians regardless of religion or ethnicity, the government is deepening divisions for political advantage. They accuse the administration of using religion as a strategy to secure power while ordinary Nigerians continue to suffer from insecurity, economic hardship and national instability.
The growing controversy has continued to spark strong reactions across political and religious circles as many Nigerians demand transparency, accountability and honesty from those in power.
