Kebbi State Governor, Nasir Idris, has approved the creation of a new district in Dandi Local Government Area and authorised the establishment of a new village headship in Augie Local Government Area.
The development was announced on Thursday by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Garba Umar Dutsinmari, in Birnin Kebbi.
According to the commissioner, the newly created Buma District was carved out of the existing Dolekaina District in Dandi LGA.
The governor appointed Salisu Hakimi as the district head.
Dutsinmari said Buma District would comprise eight village areas: Tunga Rafi, Gamana, Tudunsan, Gillare, Bump Town, Goraro, Bukki and Alfarma Kwara.
He added that the governor had also approved the appointment of Nasiru Umar Maizabo as the Village Head of Marafan Garin Haruna in Tiggi District, Augie LGA.
The commissioner said the decisions were made in line with the Kebbi State Local Government Law, 2008, particularly Section 10, Subsections (A) and (B), which provide for the creation of districts and appointment of district heads.
Dutsinmari urged the newly appointed traditional rulers to uphold integrity and remain committed to their responsibilities.
“Your appointments were made based on your past records. Be rest assured of the Governor’s and the Ministry’s support and cooperation,” he told the appointees.
He also charged them to demonstrate discipline, transparency, honesty and dedication in serving their respective communities.
The state government said the creation of the district and additional traditional leadership structure was aimed at strengthening traditional institutions and improving grassroots administration in the affected areas.
