Crimes

Katsina govt sacks District Head over marriage contract

The Katsina State Government has sacked the District Head of Kuraye, Abubakar Abdullahi-Ahmadu.

The state government, in a statement issued by the Director of Press Affairs, Abdullahi Aliyu-Yar’adua, said the removal followed a recommendation by the Katsina Emirate Council.

Yar’adua noted that Abdullahi-Ahmadu presided over a marriage contract without required medical certificates.

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He stated: “A petition was received and investigated by the Emirate council.

“Abdullahi-Ahmadu was found to have presided over a marriage contract without required medical certificates as provided by law.

“One of the parties is HIV positive; the district head presided over the marriage without due checks.”

The Star

Segun Ojo

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