An Islamic group, Concerned Yoruba Muslim Scholars in Nigeria (CYMSN) has insisted that that Yoruba Muslim must emerge as President or Vice President of Nigeria.

The group also raised the alarm over attempt to permanently disenfranchise the Southern Muslims and deny them the opportunity to aspire for the highest position of President or Vice President of the Country.

Addressing a Press conference in Abuja on Tuesday ahead of the 2023 Presidential elections. President General, CYMSN, Sheikh AbduRasheed Mayaleke, stated that any attempt to relegate Yoruba Muslims to the background when it comes to the issues of Presidency will be resisted with all means available.

Mayaleke decried that such an effort was undemocratic and injurious.

He, however, warned that serious consequences might loom should the the present Presidential candidate short of a Yoruba Muslim.

According to him, the Concerned Yoruba Muslim scholars in Nigeria have noted with deep concern the unfolding scenarios with respect to the election of candidates by political parties ahead of 2023 general elections in Nigeria.