Sharia Law Controversy: Kwankwaso Reveals Those Behind His Name Submission To U.S. Congress Blacklist

The proposed legislation, titled the “Nigeria Religious Freedom and Accountability Act of 2026,” reportedly seeks punitive measures over alleged violations of religious freedom, including visa bans and asset freezes targeting Kwankwaso and certain organisations such as the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association (MACBAN).

According to the bill, the sanctions are linked to accusations of involvement in alleged persecution of Christians.

Speaking during an interview on ARISE Television’s Prime Time programme on Monday, Kwankwaso expressed surprise that he was being blamed in connection with Sharia law implementation in Kano State.

He said his name was allegedly forwarded to the U.S. Congress by internal adversaries in Nigeria.

Kwankwaso explained that during the introduction of Sharia law from Zamfara State in 2000, he initially sought to understand its implications before taking any position, stressing that the process in Kano followed due legislative procedure.

He added that although some critics were dissatisfied with his role at the time, he acted based on constitutional and procedural requirements.

According to him, “My name was submitted by our enemies here in this country to the U.S. Congress.”

He further noted the irony of being linked to Sharia implementation in Kano more than two decades later, despite what he described as following due process and legal standards at the time.