Thousands of Shiite Muslims staged a massive protest on Friday, November 7th, 2025, immediately following Friday prayers in Kano city. The protest was sparked by recent controversial remarks made by former U.S. President Donald Trump, which were widely perceived as an attempt to malign and attack Nigeria.
The protest march saw a diverse and vociferous gathering of Shiite members and sympathizers who vocally condemned Trump’s statements. Participants carried placards and chanted slogans denouncing what they described as an unwarranted and harmful assault on Nigeria’s sovereignty and dignity. One protester articulated the prevailing sentiment, saying, “We will not tolerate any foreign leader undermining our nation’s integrity. Nigeria deserves respect, not derogatory remarks.”
Organizers of the protest emphasized that the march was peaceful but resolute, aimed at expressing solidarity with Nigeria and rejecting any external attempts to destabilize or denigrate the country. They urged national unity and resilience against imperialist rhetoric. A spokesperson remarked, “Our protest is a clear message that we stand united against any form of oppression or insult directed at our homeland. This is not just about words, but about defending the honor of our people.”
The protest in Kano echoed a broader wave of discontent with Trump’s rhetoric, which has sparked various demonstrations globally. Similar protests and condemnations have emerged from different parts of Nigeria and beyond, reflecting widespread dissatisfaction with the former president’s approach to international diplomacy and discourse.
This event followed closely on the heels of the Friday Prayers, a significant moment that underscored the community’s mobilization capacity and the religious leadership’s role in guiding public sentiment. The timing reinforced the cultural and religious gravity underpinning the protest.
Authorities in Kano monitored the event closely but reported no incidents of violence or disruption, highlighting the discipline and peaceful nature of the demonstration. The protest concluded with prayers for peace, stability, and unity within Nigeria and calls for respect among nations on the global stage.
As tensions simmer over geopolitical discourse involving Nigeria, this protest symbolizes a robust assertion of national pride and the refusal to accept derogation from international figures, particularly those of Trump’s stature.
