The Sokoto State House of Assembly Committee on Local Government and Community Development has clarified that the bill to amend the Sokoto Sultanate Council Law has nothing to do with the Sultan of Sokoto’s power or his potential dethronement. Instead, the law aims to regulate the tenure of local government councils and related matters. The committee has resolved to conduct a public hearing to gather input from the general public and clear up misconceptions spread by some media outlets.
The public hearing, scheduled for July 2nd, 2024, at 2:30 pm, will provide an opportunity for the public to contribute to the bill’s development. The committee assures that the amendment aims to enhance the well-being, prosperity, and good governance of Sokoto State, and not to undermine the Sultan’s authority.
Public Hearing on Sokoto Sultanate Council Law Amendment
The Sokoto State House of Assembly Committee on Local Government and Community Development has announced a public hearing on the bill to amend the Sokoto Sultanate Council Law. The hearing, scheduled for July 2nd, 2024, at 2:30 pm, aims to gather input from the general public and address misconceptions spread by some media outlets. The committee assures that the amendment aims to enhance the well-being, prosperity, and good governance of Sokoto State, and not to undermine the Sultan’s authority.
The public hearing will provide an opportunity for the general public to contribute to the bill’s development and understand its true intentions. The committee invites all stakeholders and members of the public to attend and participate in the hearing, which will take place at the Mini Chamber of the Assembly Complex. By conducting a public hearing, the committee demonstrates its commitment to transparency and inclusivity in the legislative process, ensuring that the amendment serves the best interests of Sokoto State and its people.
No Provision for Sultan’s Dethronement
The Sokoto State House of Assembly Committee on Local Government and Community Development has clarified that the bill to amend the Sokoto Sultanate Council Law does not include any provision for the dethronement of the Sultan of Sokoto or any other traditional ruler. The amendment aims to regulate the tenure of local government councils and related matters, and any changes will require the recommendation of the Sultan of Sokoto and the approval of the Executive Governor.
The committee assures that the amendment aims to enhance the well-being, prosperity, and good governance of Sokoto State, and not to undermine the Sultan’s authority.
Public Hearing to Clear Up Misconceptions
The Sokoto State House of Assembly Committee on Local Government and Community Development has announced a public hearing to clear up misconceptions spread by some media outlets regarding the bill to amend the Sokoto Sultanate Council Law. The hearing will provide an opportunity for the public to contribute to the bill’s development and understand its true intentions.
The public hearing will take place on July 2nd, 2024, at 2:30 pm at the Mini Chamber of the Assembly Complex. The committee invites the general public to attend and contribute to the bill’s development.
Sokoto State House of Assembly Committee Members Attend Meeting
Members of the Sokoto State House of Assembly Committee on Local Government and Community Development attended a meeting to discuss the bill to amend the Sokoto Sultanate Council Law. The meeting resolved to conduct a public hearing to gather input from the general public and address misconceptions spread by some media outlets.
The committee members in attendance included Hon. Sa’idu N. Ibrahim (Sabon Birni South), Hon. Mustapha Abdullahi Dust (Sokoto South 1), Hon. Abubakar Shehu (Yabo Const), and others.
Sokoto State House of Assembly Committee: No Truth to Fake News Reports
Sokoto State House of Assembly Committee: Debunking Fake News: No Plan to Dethrone Sultan of Sokoto
The Sokoto State House of Assembly Committee on Local Government and Community Development has categorically denied false reports circulating in the media that the Sultan of Sokoto is facing dethronement or loss of powers. The committee clarified that the amendment to the Sokoto Sultanate Council Law is aimed at enhancing the well-being, prosperity, and good governance of Sokoto State, and not intended to undermine the Sultan’s authority.
The committee’s assurance comes as a relief to concerned citizens and stakeholders, who were misled by the fake news reports. By setting the record straight, the committee demonstrates its commitment to transparency and truthfulness, ensuring that the amendment process is guided by the best interests of Sokoto State and its people, without any hidden agendas or political machinations.
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