Allow LG elected officials go back to office, CJN threatens

The chief justice of Nigeria; Hon. Justice Muhammed Tanko yesterday during the crossover night through a radio interview has warned state governors not to harass Local government official in 2020.

He said all elected Local government official must return back to their offices on or before 10th January as no caretaker or interim management committee instituted by governors in LGAs will stand.

Any caretaker committee official found occupying any office in the local government council areas on or after 10th January will be shown the wrath of the law.

Justice Tanko also warned that any state governor found resisting elected local government officials from going back to their offices will be taught a lesson of life.
All law enforcement agencies must work to enforce the laws of Nigeria.

All political parties must also support their party faithfuls in various Local government offices to live up to their constitutional responsibilities.