Tinubu Denies Plans to Change Nigeria’s Name, Abolish Sharia Law

The Presidency has dismissed reports claiming that President Bola Tinubu intends to change Nigeria’s name to the United States of Nigeria or abolish Sharia Law in the Northern region.

Officials said the story, which cited anonymous sources, is false and aimed at creating political tension ahead of the general elections.

A statement from the Office of the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, described the purveyors of the story as agents of destabilisation and merchants of disorder.

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The Presidency confirmed that President Tinubu has no plan to submit any bill code-named Project True Federation to the National Assembly before December 15.

Constitutional amendments in Nigeria require a two-thirds majority in both chambers of the National Assembly and the approval of 24 State Houses of Assembly.

The President remains focused on deepening economic reforms and delivering tangible dividends to Nigerians across the country.

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Citizens were urged to be wary of consuming fake and divisive reports, which are expected to increase as political campaigns gain momentum ahead of the January 2026 elections.

Social media reactions to the clarification have been largely positive, with many Nigerians expressing relief and commending the Presidency for swiftly addressing misinformation.

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Some citizens called for stricter penalties against the spreaders of fake news to protect public trust and national unity.

Polity Reporters will continue monitoring the situation and provide updates on political misinformation and official responses from the Statehouse.

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