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Muslim Community of Lagos State (MCLS) warns it will not back parties fielding non-Muslim governorship candidates in 2027
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Assembly demands religious inclusion in education, political appointments, and compliance with hijab ruling
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New community constitution introduces Shurah principle, strengthening governance and leadership selection
The Muslim Community of Lagos State (MCLS) has issued a strong warning to political parties, declaring it will withhold support from any party that presents a non-Muslim candidate for the 2027 governorship election.
The resolution was made at the inaugural General Assembly of MCLS, held last Saturday at the Lagos State Secretariat Mosque Hall, Alausa, Ikeja, which drew over 1,000 participants from across the state.
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In a communique, the community expressed dissatisfaction over what it described as sustained marginalisation of Muslims in political appointments and governance, emphasizing that electoral backing will only go to candidates representing Muslim values and interests.
The Assembly also highlighted exclusion in public service, particularly in education. Members urged the state government to recruit more Arabic and Islamic Studies teachers, ensure balanced appointments of Tutors General and Permanent Secretaries across the six education districts, and fully implement the Supreme Court ruling permitting hijab use in public schools.
Beyond political advocacy, the Assembly approved provisional financial reports for 2024 and 2025, ratified the nomination of trustees, and adopted a new constitution. The revised constitution enshrines the Islamic principle of Shurah as the basis for electing officers and outlines eligibility, tenure, and electoral procedures for community leadership.
Keynote addresses from government and academic representatives stressed civic responsibility and collective action. Alhaji Tajudeen Afolabi, representing Deputy Governor Dr Obafemi Hamzat, highlighted weak followership and unethical behaviour as contributing factors to governance failures. Prof. Saheed Timehin of LASU and Prof. AbdulKabir Paramole emphasized that citizen integrity and engagement are essential for meaningful leadership.
The Assembly concluded with calls for Muslims across Lagos to remain united, uphold Islamic values, and actively participate in shaping the state’s political future.
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Trustees ratified at the event include Tajudeen Oluyole Olusi, Prof. Tajudeen Gbadamosi, Chief Bode Oyedele, Imam Yahyah Ishola, Dr Abdulkareem Seriki, Alhaja Muhibat Wonu Folami, Ramlat Muri Okunola, and Alhaja Rasaqat Tobun.
The four-hour session featured robust debates, voice votes on motions, and a firm stance on political representation and community governance.
