Olusegun Ariyo
Sokoto State Government has debunked reports claiming that Governor Ahmed Aliyu joined Abia State Governor Alex Otti on a visit to detained IPOB leader, Nnamdi Kanu, at the Sokoto Custodial Centre.
In a statement released on Friday by the governor’s spokesperson, Abubakar Bawa, the government firmly denied the allegation.
“For the avoidance of doubt, Governor Ahmed Aliyu was in the Holy Land performing Lesser Hajj as of 30th November 2025, at the time Dr Otti privately visited Sokoto State,” the statement read.
The statement explained that Governor Otti was welcomed at the Sultan Abubakar III International Airport by a team of commissioners and Special Advisers, where they later escorted him to the Sokoto Government House, by where he was offered the usual courtesies extended to visiting governors.
“As you all know, the people of Sokoto are hospitable. We treat our visitors with utmost respect, irrespective of tribe or religion,” the government said.
The statement also reaffirmed Aliyu’s dedication to the Nigerian cause, emphasising his reputation as a peace-loving and law-abiding leader.
“The Sokoto State Government reiterates that Governor Ahmed Aliyu holds deep respect for constituted authority, remains committed to the Nigerian project, and continues to be a peace-loving and law-abiding citizen,” it added.
