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The Coalition of Nigerian Youth Leaders, CONYL, has cautioned political parties against running a Muslim-led ticket ahead of the general elections in 2027.

The association voiced concerns over what it described as “continued marginalization” experienced by “Christian communities from the All Progressives Congress, APC’s 2023 Muslim/Muslim presidential ticket.”

According to ZINGTIE, there was a commotion in 2022 when Muslim Bola Tinubu, the then-APC presidential candidate, announced Kashim Shettima as his running mate.

The party won the election in spite of fierce opposition motivated by concerns about the Christian body becoming marginalized.

But according to a statement released on Monday by CONYL President General Goodluck Ibem, Christians are being marginalized in the Tinubu-led government.

The statement reads, “The current religious imbalance in the executive leadership has raised genuine concerns among many Nigerians and contributed to a sense of marginalization among certain segments of the population.

“As we move towards the 2027 general elections, CONYL strongly calls on all political parties, stakeholders, and power brokers to prioritize a balanced Muslim/Christian (or Christian/Muslim) presidential ticket. This is not just a political strategy—it is a moral imperative rooted in the need to restore national unity, peace, and religious equity.

“A religiously balanced ticket will foster unity and inclusion by reflecting the religious diversity of our nation. It will promote peace and interfaith harmony, especially in a time of rising tension and distrust; address the imbalance of the past, reassuring marginalized groups that they are integral to Nigeria’s future; Set a standard for equity that future generations can build upon.

“A presidential ticket that combines both major religious faiths will address equity and fairness. Equal representation reflects the true spirit of democracy and acknowledges the diversity that defines Nigeria.

“It will rebuild public confidence as many Nigerians are eager to see leadership that embodies fairness, moderation, and inclusive governance.

Nigerian youth are tired of politics that divide. We seek leadership that unites”.

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