Kebbi gov approves creation of two new districts, upgrades four others

File photo: Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris

Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has approved the creation of two new districts and the upgrading of four village headships to district headships under the Zuru Emirate.

The approval, announced in a statement issued by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Garba Umar Dutsinmari, on Thursday, is aimed at strengthening traditional institutions and improving grassroots administration.

A statement made available to our correspondent by Ahmed Idris, quoted the commissioner that “The newly created districts are Dankolo in Sakaba Local Government Area and Rumu in Zuru Local Government Area.

“Shuaibu Marafa was appointed as the District Head of Dankolo, while Malam Muhammadu I Tanko was appointed to head Rumu District.

“The governor also approved the upgrading of Dirin Gari and Isgogo village headships to district headships, alongside Uban Kasar Fakai Ta Gabas in Fakai Local Government Area and Makuku in Sakaba Local Government Area.

“The newly appointed district heads are Yakubu Yaro for Dirin Gari, Ibrahim Abdullahi Tume for Isgogo, Muhammadu Hudu Wamale for Uban Kasar Fakai Ta Gabas and Bala Abdullahi for Makuku”

According to the statement, Dankolo District was carved out of the existing Marafa Sakaba District and comprises 11 village areas, with its headquarters in Dankolo.

Similarly, Rumu District was created from the existing Dabai District and comprises eight village areas, with its headquarters in Rumu.

Dirin Gari District, carved out of Dirin Daji District, comprises 13 village areas, while Isgogo District, created from Dabai District, has eight village areas.

Uban Kasar Fakai Ta Gabas District was carved out of Birnin Tudu District and comprises nine village areas, with its headquarters at Garin Fakai.

Makuku District, carved out of Marafan Sakaba District, also comprises nine villages, with its headquarters in Makuku.

Explaining the rationale behind the exercise, the commissioner said the creation of the districts and upgrading of the traditional institutions were intended to strengthen grassroots administration.

He said the decisions were “aimed at strengthening traditional institutions and improving grassroots administration across the affected communities.”

Dutsinmari explained that the approvals and appointments were made in accordance with the Kebbi State Local Government Law, 2008, particularly Section 10, Subsections (A) and (B), which confer powers relating to the creation of districts and appointment of district heads.

He urged the newly appointed traditional rulers to justify the confidence reposed in them by demonstrating commitment to their responsibilities.

“The newly appointed district heads are urged to discharge their responsibilities with discipline, honesty, transparency and dedication,” the commissioner said.

He assured them of the state government’s continued support and cooperation, noting that their appointments were based on their records of service and ability to lead.

“The appointments were based on their track records and demonstrated capacity to serve their respective communities,” he stated.

The Kebbi State Government reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening traditional institutions, promoting effective grassroots administration and advancing peace, unity and sustainable development across the state.