Shari’ah council rejects US claim on Kwankwaso

2026年02月16日(月)

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The Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria has rejected claims in a recent US Congress bill regarding Kwankwaso.

The Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN) has issued a rejection of claims contained in a bill currently before the United States Congress. These claims allege matters related to “Christian,” as stated in the bill, concerning Kwankwaso. The council's statement emphasizes their disagreement with the assertions made in the legislation. This development highlights ongoing interactions between Nigerian religious bodies and international legislative discussions.

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Governor Yusuf denies plot to dethrone Emir Sanusi

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NNPP rejects US move to blacklist Kwankwaso

2026年02月11日(水) AIによるレポート

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has opposed a United States proposal to blacklist Senator Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso. This follows a suggestion by five US lawmakers for visa bans and asset freezes against the former Kano State governor. The move may stem from Kwankwaso's response to Donald Trump.

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2026年01月31日(土) AIによるレポート

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