The Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) has accused Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke of religious bigotry after naming only seven Muslims in his 24-member cabinet.
and 17 Christians.
In a statement on Monday, MURIC Executive Director, Prof. Ishaq Akintola, condemned the Governor for appointing 17 Commissioners, accusing him of being a “secret agent” for the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).
“We condemn this wanton blockage of privileges that should go to Muslims and their diversion to over-pampered and over-fed Christians in Osun State. By deceiving Muslims in the state and engaging in spiritual hide and seek, Governor Adeleke has exhibited qualities odoriferously short in honour and dignity but egregiously long in infamy and bohemianism.
“The goal of Adeleke’s deception is for the perpetuation of the marginalization, shortchanging and oppression of Muslims in Osun State. Adeleke is a secret agent of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).
“But it is for a while. Time will tell. Governor ‘James Bond’ and the few selfish Muslims whom he is using will soon see that honesty and openness are what makes enduring leadership,” Akintola said.