Nigeria, Feb. 17 -- Former Jigawa State governor, Alhaji Sule Lamido, has raised concerns about the increasing involvement of religious leaders in politics. He stated that clerics now hold significant influence over voters and the political process.

Lamido made these remarks in a viral video during a condolence visit to Sheikh Yusuf Sambo Rigachikun in Kaduna, following the death of his eldest son.

The former Foreign Affairs Minister expressed worry that religious leaders have taken control of the political space, openly endorsing candidates and directing their followers on whom to support.

"Despite their spiritual responsibilities, clerics are now competing for power. They should serve as guides to politicians, but since they want pol...