The Presidency has dismissed reports claiming that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu plans to rename Nigeria to the “United States of Nigeria” or move to abolish Sharia law in the northern region, describing the claims as false and misleading.
In a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the Presidency said the viral reports were fabricated and aimed at causing division and tension in the country.
It also denied allegations of any proposed constitutional amendment under a supposed agenda tagged “Project True Federation,” insisting that President Tinubu has no such plans.
According to the statement, the reports are part of a deliberate attempt by certain political actors to stir controversy and destabilise the nation ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“The Presidency wishes to inform Nigerians and state clearly that there is no truth to the viral fake story claiming that President Bola Tinubu seeks to carry out constitutional amendments that will change Nigeria’s name to the United States of Nigeria and abolish Sharia Law in the Northern region, among other claims,” the statement read.
The Presidency further described those behind the claims as “agents of destabilisation and merchants of disorder,” urging Nigerians to disregard the reports entirely.
It added that the Tinubu administration remains focused on economic reforms and delivering tangible benefits to citizens.
Nigerians were also advised to be cautious of fake and divisive information as political activities intensify ahead of the general elections.
