Sokoto Governor Appoints Eight New District Heads

Sokoto State Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto has approved the appointment of eight new district heads to fill vacant traditional positions across the state. This decision was made following recommendations from the Sokoto Sultanate Council, as stated in a release signed by the Secretary of the Sultanate Council, Sa’idu Muhammad Maccido Danburan Sokoto.

The newly appointed district heads include Salihu Sarkin Noma Kadadi as Sarkin Arewan Kadadi, Isah Daudu Gidan Madi as Ausan Gidan Madi, Gidado Muhammad Dabagi as Sarkin Gabas Dabagin Ardo, and Hayatu Jibo Dallatu as Uban Kasar Tudun Wada. Additional appointees are Abdullahi Muhammed Danchadi as Sarkin Zamfaran Danchadi, Hon. Umar Shehu Goronyo as Sarkin Gabas Goronyo, Alhaji Kabiru Marafa as Ajiyan Tsaki, and Muhammadu Buhari Mai Lato Gumbi as Ardon Wajake.

The formal turbaning ceremony for these new traditional rulers will be conducted by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar III, on a date yet to be announced. The Sultanate Council congratulated the appointees and encouraged them to contribute to peace, unity, and development in their communities.