Tag: Nigerian Constitution

Catholic Church Warns Against Possible Religious Tensions Over Sharia Law in Southwest Nigeria

The Catholic Church has voiced concerns over the potential implementation of Sharia law in Southwest Nigeria, cautioning that such...

Oluwo Advocates for Sharia Law Implementation in South-West Nigeria

The Oluwo of Iwo, Osun State, Oba Abdulrasheed Akanbi, has voiced his support for the introduction of Sharia law...

Sharia Law Sparks Debate in South-West Nigeria: Traditional Leaders Voice Concerns

Traditional leaders in Nigeria’s South-West region have strongly opposed recent discussions about introducing Sharia law in the area. They...

Nigerian President Denies Withdrawing Security from Northern Governors or Closing Lagos Mosques

In November 2024, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu introduced a tax reform bill aimed at addressing Nigeria’s fiscal challenges. While...

Jurisdiction of Sharia Courts Under Section 277 of the Nigerian Constitution

In a decision rendered on Friday, June 7, 2024, the Supreme Court of Nigeria addressed the jurisdictional boundaries of...