Finding a Common Religious Soul for Sustainable Democracy in Nigeria

Abstract

This paper emphasises the central role played by religious beliefs in shaping the political inclinations of citizens of Nigeria. While recognizing the variations in religious beliefs among individuals and various religious groups in Nigeria, the paper argues that there is a need to identify a common religious soul i.e., a common religious space which will create a united religious ground for the determination of issues of national interest that can serve as the unifying factor to sustaining democracy within the nation.