Two local government chairmen in Zamfara State have been suspended by the State House of Assembly following allegations around accountability.
The suspension of the affected chairmen – Mannir Mu’azu Haidara of Kaura Namoda Local Government Area and Umar Faru of Bukkuyum Local Government Area, followed deliberations and resolution at the Wednesday plenary of the house.
The session, presided over by the Speaker, Bilyaminu Moriki, centered on strengthening transparency and accountability in the management of public funds at the grassroots level.
The decision came after the Deputy Speaker, Adamu Gummi on behalf of the House Committee on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, delivered delivered its report.
The report forms part of an ongoing investigation into the financial activities of the 14 local government councils in the state for the 2025 fiscal year.
According to the committee, the affected chairmen failed to honour invitations to appear before the Assembly to provide explanations on the utilization of funds allocated to their councils.
Following deliberations, lawmakers unanimously approved their suspension pending the outcome of the investigation.
The Assembly also directed the two officials to immediately hand over the administration of their councils to their respective vice chairmen.
The House described the action as necessary, citing what it termed a lack of transparency, accountability, and disregard for legislative oversight.
It further adopted all recommendations contained in the committee’s report and forwarded its resolutions to the Executive for implementation.
The legislature reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring prudent management of public resources across local governments in the state.
