Sokoto Gov, Aliyu dethrones 15 traditional rulers
Aliyu, Sokoto State Governor, Removes 15 Traditional Rulers from Power
In an official statement released by Governor Ahmed Aliyu's press secretary, Abubakar Bawa, it was announced that 15 District Heads in Sokoto State have been dethroned. The reasons cited for their removal include allegations of insubordination, involvement in land racketeering, aiding insecurity, and misappropriation of public properties.
The affected District Heads include those from Unguwar Lalle, Yabo, Wamakko, Tulluwa, lllela, Dogon Daji, Kebbe, Alkammu, Giyawa, and others who were appointed towards the end of the tenure of former Governor Aminu Tambuwal.
The statement highlighted that the appointments of some of these District Heads were found to be irregularly done and were not accepted by their communities. ...