‘I’ll Rather Eat Grass Under Muslim Leader Than Chicken Under Infidel Leader,’ Islamic Scholar Alburhan Defends Tinubu-Shettima Ticket

Islamic scholar Almaliky has defended the Tinubu-Shettima Muslim-Muslim ticket, saying he would prefer hardship under a Muslim leader to comfort under what he described as an “infidel” leader. His comment has reignited debate over religion, leadership and competence in Nigeria’s politics. Should religion influence who Nigerians choose to lead?