The Zamfara State Government has suspended the Emir of Sabon Birnin Yandoto of Tsafe local government area of the state, Aliyu Garba Marafa, for turbaning a notorious repentant bandits’ leader, Adamu Aliero, as Sarkin Fulani.
This was contained in a statement by the Secretary to the State Government, Kabiru Balarabe, and made available to newsmen last night.
News of the turbaning ceremony along with photos went viral, generating outcry and outrage.
Meanwhile, apart from suspending the emir, Governor Bello Matawalle approved the appointment of a Committee to investigate the circumstances leading to the action of the Emir.
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