Sokoto government denies involvement in TikToker’s car gift
The Sokoto State Government has clarified that Governor Ahmed Aliyu was not involved in the recent car and shop donation to TikToker Rahama Saidu. According to a statement from the governor’s spokesperson, the donation was a private initiative by an individual named Sanin Jaman. The government emphasized that such gestures should not be linked to the governor or the state administration. They also encouraged well-meaning citizens to support the state through official and impactful channels.
What we know
- The Sokoto State Government stated that the car and shop donation to Rahama Saidu was not connected to Governor Ahmed Aliyu or the state administration.
- The donation was made by Sanin Jaman as a personal gesture in appreciation of the TikToker’s admiration for the governor’s administration.
- Officials warned against making similar donations in the name of the governor or government without proper consultation.
- The government urged that support should align with its nine-point SMART agenda, focusing on areas like youth empowerment, education, and healthcare.
- The statement also mentioned the ongoing challenges faced by displaced persons due to banditry and called for support through appropriate channels.
