Bauchi Governor Creates 13 New Emirates, Addresses Pension Backlog

Bauchi State Governor Mohammed signed a law creating 13 new emirates and addressing pension backlog for local government workers. The law also reinstated Emir Alhaji Aliyu Abdulkadir Gaya.

This action follows the creation of 83 new districts to enhance grassroots security. The move is perceived as a step towards establishing more traditional rulers in the region.