Sokoto Judicial commission winds down, Tambuwal shunned invitation

The Sokoto State Judicial Commission of Inquiry has wrapped up its public hearings on the administration of former Governor Aminu Waziri Tambuwal.  The Commission clarified that the investigation was not aimed at tarnishing the former governor’s image but to review his tenure from 2015 to 2023. The inquiry, which began in October 2023, sought to examine state properties and governance during Tambuwal’s time in office.  Despite repeated invitations, Tambuwal did not appear as a witness, prompting the Commission to close the hearings after multiple extensions. READ ALSO: Breaking: Israeli cabinet approves Gaza ceasefire deal with Hamas Lead counsel Hassan Liman emphasized that the investigation was not a legal trial but a fact-finding mission.  He noted that ample time had been given for Tambuwal to testify, but his absence persisted.  The Commission’s chairman, Justice Mu’azu Pindiga, confirmed the decision to end public hearings, citing over a year of proceedings and no further grounds for delays. Witnesses have been given 14 days to submit written responses to outstanding memos, with 10 days for replies, before the inquiry formally concludes.

Sokoto Offers Food Relief at 55% Discount Amidst Economic Hardship

Sokoto State has launched a new relief initiative aimed at providing residents with food and essential items at a 55% discount, as announced by Governor Ahmed Aliyu.  This programme, introduced on Monday, is a response to the economic hardship intensified by the recent subsidy removal and global financial downturns. Governor Aliyu highlighted the inclusive nature of the initiative, ensuring that all residents, regardless of political affiliation or social status, have access to the discounted goods.  He emphasized the government’s dedication to distributing these items across all 244 wards in the state, making them accessible to families who need them the most. Additionally, the Sokoto government has taken other measures to ease the economic burden on residents. Mass transit services have been subsidized to reduce transportation costs and ensure that people can move around the state affordably.  The governor affirmed that these palliatives are part of a broader strategy to support the population during this challenging period. Governor Aliyu also appealed to affluent community members and corporate organizations to support the program by providing food and essentials to the less privileged in their localities.  This collaborative approach, he believes, would amplify the impact of the state’s efforts and create a wider safety net for those most in need. Chiso Dattijo, who leads the committee overseeing this initiative, expressed support for the governor’s actions, commending the approach as a proactive solution for the economic challenges faced by Sokoto residents. ReplyForwardAdd reaction