Kano Assembly elects new deputy speaker
Kano State House of Assembly has elected Kabiru Dashi (APC-Kiru) as its deputy speaker following the resignation of Zubairu Massu, who defected to the New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP).
Mr Dashi’s election followed his nomination by Sale Marke (APC-Dawakin-Tofa) at the plenary on Monday.
The nomination was seconded by Nuhu Achika (APC-Wudil), after which the lawmakers affirmed his election as the new deputy speaker.
Mr Dashi was immediately sworn in by the director, house legal matters, Nasidi Aliyu, at the plenary presided over by Speaker Hamisu Chidari.
The speaker congratulated Mr Dashi on his election and assured him of the house support.
In his acceptance speech, Mr Dashi appreciated the house for finding him worthy of the new appointment.
(NAN)
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