…Plan mobilisation across 19 Northern states
…Cite Kachia university, Kafanchan medical centre, demand inclusive governance
Christian stakeholders from Southern and Northern Kaduna State have endorsed President Bola Tinubu and Governor Uba Sani for re-election in 2027, pledging to mobilise Christian voters across the 19 Northern states in support of the All Progressives Congress (APC).
The stakeholders, operating under the Tinubu-Uba Sani Support Organisation (TUSO), also resolved to establish a national platform for Christian communities in Northern Nigeria to strengthen their political participation and promote their interests in governance.
The resolutions were contained in a communiqué issued after a Christian stakeholders’ meeting convened by TUSO in Ikara, Kaduna State, on Saturday, October 10, 2026.
The meeting attracted leaders of the Kaduna State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), including chairmen from nine local government areas in Northern Kaduna, representatives of Southern Kaduna and community development associations.
Other participants included members of the Southern Kaduna Leadership Elders’ Council, the chairman of the 63 Community Development Associations, the Deputy Speaker of the Kaduna State House of Assembly, the political counsellor to Governor Sani and Professor Dauda Ishaya, outgoing president of Hausa Christians.
The communiqué was signed by the convener, Hon. Dr Manzo Daniel Maigari, and TUSO Director-General, Hon. Matthew Kaku.
Why We Endorsed Tinubu, Uba Sani — Group
Explaining their endorsement, the stakeholders said their decision was based on what they described as the performance records of Tinubu and Sani, as well as initiatives they believe have addressed longstanding concerns among Christian communities.
They specifically cited the establishment of the Federal University of Applied Sciences in Kachia and the Federal Medical Centre in Kafanchan as significant developments.
The group also highlighted Governor Sani’s nomination of a Christian as his deputy governorship candidate, describing it as part of the considerations behind their decision to support the governor for another term.
According to the stakeholders, a second term would provide the President and governor with an opportunity to consolidate their respective programmes at the federal and state levels.
The group also criticised the administration of former Kaduna State Governor Nasir El-Rufai, alleging that Christians were marginalised during his tenure.
The allegation formed part of the stakeholders’ explanation for their support for the current leadership, although it was not independently substantiated in the communiqué.
Targeting 19 Northern States
Beyond Kaduna, the stakeholders resolved to establish a national organisation that would bring together Christian communities across all 19 Northern states.
They said the proposed platform would provide a common ground for political engagement, strengthen cooperation among Christian leaders and ensure that the concerns of their communities receive greater attention in governance.
The organisation also plans to coordinate voter mobilisation, particularly in the North-West, to support Tinubu’s re-election bid and the APC governorship candidate in Kaduna State during the 2027 general elections.
The communiqué stated that the initiative would focus on translating political participation and community support into votes for the party’s candidates.
The stakeholders, however, stressed that their endorsement came with expectations of fairness, inclusiveness and accountability from both leaders.
They called on Tinubu and Sani to ensure equitable distribution of democratic dividends and address the aspirations of communities across Kaduna State and Northern Nigeria.
The group added that the leaders would be held accountable for meeting those expectations.
Warn Against Division
The stakeholders also urged Christian political leaders to place collective interests above personal ambitions, warning that internal disagreements could weaken their political influence.
They called on political and religious leaders within the Christian community to work together and avoid divisions capable of undermining the organisation’s objectives.
The meeting further emphasised the need for stronger cooperation between Christians from Southern and Northern Kaduna, insisting that both groups must be carried along in decisions affecting their shared interests.
The stakeholders maintained that unity, sustained political engagement and coordinated voter mobilisation would be central to their plans ahead of the 2027 elections.
