2015: “No Hijab, No Vote”- Muslims In Lagos Insist

Muslims in Lagos State say there is no going back on their demand for the use of hijab in schools.
Speaking under the auspices of Muslim groups at a Press Conference on Wednesday in Lagos, they said their votes would be determined by the candidate’s stand on hijab.

According to the groups, “The slogan of Muslims for Lagos 2015 is ‘No Hijab, No Vote’. Hijab here is a symbol of respect for the way of life of Muslims and a commitment by politicians to accept the legitimate demands of Muslims.

“These demands will be tabled before candidates when they meet leaders of Islamic organizations.

“Let us reiterate that no secret meeting with any individual leader, no matter how credible, will be acceptable to Lagos Muslims. Individual leaders of Islamic organizations are therefore given the caveat in this regard- do not meet any political candidate alone on behalf of Lagos Muslims. A word is enough for the wise”.