20th April, 2017
The Sokoto State Chapter of the (AEWUN) has postponed its delegates conference it earlier planned to hold on April 20.
A source told the News Agency of Nigeria in Sokoto on Thursday that the postponement of the conference might not be unconnected with the fear of possible breach of the peace.
It was gathered that the executives to run the affairs of the union for the next four years were to be elected on Thursday,if not for the sudden shift in the date.
It was also learnt that the action was taken sequel to the alleged interference of ” external forces and interests”in the exercise.
It was further gathered that tension has been brewing in the union, especially over divided interests on the chairmanship post.
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Our Correspondent learnt that there were two formidable contenders for the position.
They are the incumbent Chairman and Treasurer, Mr Hassan Bawa and Mr Mustapha Mohammed, respectively.
Reacting on the issue, Bawa confirmed to NAN that ,”’ the election was postponed due to the fears of possible breach of peace.
”We are however making adequate arrangements to conduct a hitch-free polls on April 27.
” I am appealing to all the contestants and members of the union to continue to be law abiding,as well as respect the constitutional provisions of the union.” he said.