The Sultan of Sokoto, Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, on Wednesday, issued a stark warning at the 6th Executive Committee Meeting of the Northern Traditional Rulers Council in Kaduna, highlighting the twin threats of rising poverty and insecurity plaguing the region and the nation.
“To make matters worse,” the Sultan declared, “we are faced with the rising level of poverty. Most of our people lack normal sources of livelihood.” This bleak assessment paints a picture of widespread hardship and desperation, particularly among the youth.
The Sultan’s words carry significant weight, representing the collective voice of traditional rulers across the North. His emphasis on the urgency of the situation underscores the growing concern about the potential for social unrest and instability.
