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2027: ‘Church not place for political campaigns’ – Adeyanju hits Peter Obi
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· September 1, 2026
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Key points Adeyanju criticized the use of churches as a platform for political campaigns, specifically mentioning the Nigerian Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi. Deji Adeyanju, a rights activist, has expressed concerns about the intersection of politics and religion.
Deji Adeyanju, a rights activist, has expressed concerns about the intersection of politics and religion. He believes that the politics of religion can be detrimental to Nigeria. Adeyanju emphasized that elections should focus on ideas, policies, and visions for improvement, rather than religious affiliations.
Adeyanju criticized the use of churches as a platform for political campaigns, specifically mentioning the Nigerian Democratic Congress presidential candidate, Peter Obi. He argued that the church should not be used as an instrument for political gain.
Further details about Adeyanju's statement are available, highlighting his concerns about the potential division caused by mixing religion and politics.
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Published: September 1, 2026 ·
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