Amidst uproar over proposed traditional institution reforms in Sokoto State, the High Court has issued an injunction preventing Governor Ahmed Aliyu from dismissing two of the 15 District Heads recently removed by his administration. Alhaji Buhari Tambuwal and Alhaji Abubakar Kassim, representing Tambuwal and Kebbe districts respectively, sought the court's intervention, accusing the government of unjust removal based on insubordination and alleged links to insecurity.
Justice Kabiru Ibrahim Ahmed granted the injunction, ordering the governor and state entities to maintain the status quo pending further court proceedings. The court's action comes amidst broader legislative moves to amend local government laws, granting exclusive authority to the government for appointing traditional leaders.
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The controversial removals and legislative proposals have sparked national debate and criticism. Vice President Kashim Shettima and former Vice President Atiku Abubakar have voiced concerns over the potential erosion of traditional institutions' autonomy. The Muslim Rights Concern has also cautioned against undermining the Sultan of Sokoto's authority.
Meanwhile, the Sokoto State House of Assembly has advanced the bill for amending local government laws, with a public hearing scheduled for next week.
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