The Sokoto State Government has denied any plot by it to dethrone the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III.
Specifically, the government said that the allegations by Muslims Rights Concern were aimed at creating an unfriendly atmosphere, as well as, fear in the minds of law-abiding and peaceful citizens of the state.
According to him, the Sultan’s role is not only traditional but also religious, extending beyond Sokoto to cover all Nigerian Muslims as their spiritual head. Bawa said the Sultanate Council, which has a long-standing historical importance, is so revered by the Sokoto people, adding: “We still hold the institution in very high regard and esteem.
“MURIC should have cared to find out if there was ever any query, warning or any threatening documents served on the Sultan by the state government.” Bawa said for anyone to think that the current administration could engage in acts or actions that could jeopardise the development of Islam is not only unfair but unjustifiable.
Explaining why some district heads were sacked and transferred, the governor’s aide said MURIC should know that the affected were accused of some unbecoming behaviours such as land racketeering, aiding insecurity, as well as, insubordination to the constituted authority.
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