The Nasarawa State House of Assembly has suspended Lafia Local Government Chairman, Hon. Mohammad Haliru Arabo, for three months due to his alleged involvement in the illegal impeachment of the Council’s Speaker. The suspension, announced by Speaker Danladi Jatau, aims to allow for a neutral investigation and restore peace in Lafia.
*Key Points:
– _Reason for Suspension_: Arabo’s alleged meddling in the impeachment process, which is a legislative matter.
– _Investigation_: The House Standing Committee on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs will conduct a probe.
– _Interim Leadership_: Deputy Chairman Uba Arikiya will oversee the council’s affairs during the suspension.
– _Next Steps_: The House will communicate the resolution to Governor Abdullahi Sule.
The suspension is seen as a move to prevent further crisis and maintain stability in the local government .
