Sokoto APC Defends Transparency Against Dan Iya's Claims

The All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration in Sokoto State responded to Manir Dan Iya, the governorship candidate of the African Democratic Congress (ADC), who challenged the state government to disclose its Federation Account allocations from 2023 to date. The state government stated that such allocations are publicly reported and deemed Dan Iya's request unnecessary.

They emphasized that Governor Ahmed Aliyu's administration operates on principles of prudence, accountability, and transparency, contrasting it with the previous administration where Dan Iya served as Deputy Governor under Aminu Waziri Tambuwal. The current administration accused the former government of failing to deliver tangible development despite receiving substantial funds, leaving pensioners unpaid for six years and burdening the state with debts.

They also noted that when Governor Ahmed Aliyu took office in May 2023, the state faced significant unpaid liabilities, which have since been cleared by the current administration.