Sokoto State N117 Billion Misappropriation Allegations

A judicial commission of inquiry in Nigeria===Sokoto State, Nigeria, submitted a report alleging that over N117 billion was misappropriated during the eight-year administration of former Governor Aminu Tambuwal. The report, presented to current Governor Ahmed Aliyu, cited widespread financial irregularities, including non-compliance with due process, breaches of extant laws, and abuse of office. Justice Mu azu Abdulkadir Pindiga, chairman of the commission, stated that findings revealed disregard for procurement regulations, weak financial controls, and abuse of executive authority. Governor Ahmed Aliyu emphasized that the inquiry was a constitutional duty, not a political vendetta, and announced the formation of a committee to study the report and prepare a white paper. Aminu Tambuwal, who failed to appear before the commission despite multiple invitations, maintained his integrity, while the Nigeria===People s Democratic Party withheld comment and the Nigeria===African Democratic Congress dismissed the report as a smear campaign.