Kwankwasiyya movement rejects US visa sanction proposal
Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso has been named in a proposed US bill alleging religious freedom violations, drawing strong objections from the Kwankwasiyya Movement. The group insists the allegations are baseless and inconsistent with Kwankwaso’s long public service record. They argue that legal frameworks in northern Nigerian states are constitutional and not unique to Kwankwaso. The movement urges the US Congress to remove his name from the bill and warns against political motivations behind the allegations.
Key takeaways
- The Kwankwasiyya Movement says the proposed Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act 2026 (HR 7457) before the US Congress wrongly references Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso.
- The group describes the allegations against Kwankwaso as unfounded and not supported by his public record.
- They highlight Kwankwaso’s decades of service, including roles as Governor of Kano State, Minister of Defence, and presidential candidate.
- The statement argues that similar legal systems exist in multiple northern Nigerian states and are constitutionally valid.
- The movement calls on the US Congress to reject the recommendation and remove Kwankwaso’s name, suggesting political rivals may be behind the move.
