Sultan Camp Breaks Silence Over Alleged Move By Sokoto Govt To Reduce His Power, Depose Him

The Sultanate Council has clarified that there is no conflict between Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III and Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu regarding the proposed amendment to the Sokoto State Local Government Law of 2008.

Dr. Muhammad Jabbi Kilgori, the Sa’in Kilgori, made this statement during the opening of the public hearing on the amendment. He assured that the proposed changes are aimed at improving governance while respecting the Sultan’s traditional role.

Addressing speculations, Kilgori emphasized, “There is no conflict between Sultan Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar and Governor Ahmed Aliyu. The Sultanate is aware of attempts by certain elements to create discord between the Sultanate and the state government.”

He further clarified, “We have operated under the current law for 16 years and are willing to adapt to any new legislation established through due process. The Sultanate is committed to collaborating with the government.”

Earlier reports suggested that the Sokoto State House of Assembly was considering a bill that could limit the Sultan’s powers, requiring government approval for appointments of kingmakers and district heads. These developments sparked concerns, including allegations from the Muslim Rights Concern (MURIC) regarding the intentions behind these legislative changes which it claimed was aimed at deposing the Sultan.