APC Christian Forum Urges Tinubu to Address Marginalization of Christians in Kano
The APC Christian Forum has called on President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to intervene in what it describes as the continued marginalization of Christians in Kano State by certain leaders within the All Progressives Congress (APC).
In a statement signed by the Forum’s Chairman, Emmanuel Agbakoba, and Secretary, Benjamin Aman, the group expressed its dissatisfaction with the exclusion of Christians in the state from key benefits, particularly the distribution of palliatives. While Christmas palliatives were reportedly sent to Christian communities across 35 states, Kano was notably left out, sparking frustration within the local Christian community.
The Forum emphasized that Christians in Kano had supported the APC across all levels during elections and had played an active role in the party’s success. However, the group lamented that despite their contributions, Christians in the state continue to be sidelined when it comes to initiatives intended to benefit party members. “We supported the APC at all levels and played our part during elections. Yet, it is disheartening that Christians in Kano are consistently sidelined when initiatives meant to benefit party members are implemented. The exclusion of Kano from the Christmas palliatives is a glaring example,” the statement read.
The Forum further urged the APC National Chairman, Dr. Abdullahi Ganduje, and Kano State APC Chairman, Abdullahi Abbas, to address the grievances of the Christian community, pointing out that this neglect extends beyond party members to the broader Christian population in Kano.
“The current economic hardships affect everyone, including Christians in Kano. Unfortunately, we have been completely ignored during the palliative distribution,” the group added.
In light of these concerns, the APC Christian Forum has called for an urgent intervention from President Tinubu and other party leaders to ensure that all communities in Kano, including the Christian population, are treated equitably.
