By Muhammad Ibrahim, Sokoto
Governor Ahmad Aliyu of Sokoto state has during the swearing in ceremony promised to synergize with other arms of government for the betterments of the state.
The newly sworn governor further reiterated the need to go ahead in executing his nine points agenda that include
transparency, accountability and anti-corruption to be his watch words in providing good governance that will address the yearnings and aspirations of Sokoto people.
The brief formal administration of oath of office and allegiance on the governor and his deputy , Engr. Idris Muhammad Gobir was presided by the state Chief Judge , Justice Muhammad Sa’idu Sifawa.
53 year old governor is the second with academic doctorate degree preceded by late Dr. Garba Nadama in the second republic.
He noted that Sokoto state was in dare need of robust transformation which was denied in the 8 years of the PDP led government for ineffective leadership.
” We will restore the state lost glory in infrastructural development and general administration”, he assured.
According to Aliyu Sokoto, ” local government autonomy, effective civil service system, recognition of the traditional institution and prompt payments of salaries and entitlements including this of retirees are fundamental in attaining his administration already planned 9-point agenda which would be prioritized to fruition.
” We will strengthen a mechanism that would fast track better human oriented policies to address challenges and peculiarities.
” It is a fact that issues related to water shortages, environmental sanitation, challenges faced by the business community particularly on fire disaster at the central market , insecurity, poverty alleviation, social welfare and general economy are evident in the state.”
While acknowledging the resilience and untiring support of his mentor,Senator Wamakko, Aliyu Sokoto urged those in opposition to join hands with his government to develope the state while soliciting for the fervent prayers of Sokoto state people for the success of his government.
