Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has addressed concerns over the proposed application of Sharia law in parts of the South-West, stating that his administration will not oppose any initiative that aligns with the Nigerian Constitution.
His remarks follow reports suggesting the state government planned to challenge the proposal in court. He emphasised that citizens are free to approach the Sharia Panel if they wish, describing it as a potential alternative dispute resolution mechanism. However, he reaffirmed that the judiciary remains the ultimate arbiter of legal matters under the Constitution.
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Makinde made the comments during the 2025 Iftar Programme at Government House, Ibadan, marking the sixth such event since he assumed office in 2019.
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