Because there is always a point of convergence, politics and religion have a close relationship. The relationship is complicated in part because of the complexities brought on by the politicization of religion. With particular attention to Nigeria, Islam and Christianity are the two most prevalent religions in the country today. Islam and Christianity are not acknowledged in this work to minimize the role of traditional animism; it is done on purpose because of the influence both have on Nigerian politics and administration. The influence makes stability more challenging and significantly increases regional and ethnic inequalities. This essay, which examines the relationship between the two, how they relate to power, and the issues that have resulted, was prompted by the realization of the issue caused by the politicization of religion.