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Just In: Tension as Governor Aliyu Sacks 15 Traditional Rulers, Gives Reason
Apr 24, 2024
Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto state has sacked 15 district heads over their alleged connection with land racketeering, insecurity and public property conversion
Abubakar Bawa, the chief press secretary to Governor Aliyu, announced the dethronements of the traditional rulers in a statement
Some of the affected monarchs were said to have been appointed by the former governor of the state, Aminu Tambuwal, towards the end of his tenure
Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu has deposed 15 district chiefs for suspected insubordination, land racketeering, assisting insecurity, and conversion of public property.
On Tuesday evening, April 23, Abubakar Bawa, the governor's press secretary, issued a statement announcing the dethronement.
List of monarchs sacked by Sokoto governor
Unguwar Lalle, Yabo, Wamakko, Tulluwa, lllela, Dogon Daji, Kebbe, Alkammu, and Giyawa districts have all had their leaders deposed.
Former Governor Aminu Tambuwal selected others at the conclusion of his government.
According to the announcement, the cases involving the District Heads of Isa, Kuchi, Kilgore, and Gagi have been referred for further inquiry.
Similarly, Sarkin Yakin Binji, a prominent adviser in the Sultanate Council, was relocated to Bunkari, while the District Head of Sabon Birni was sent to Gatawa.
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