Top Nigerian governor takes a break, hands over power to deputy, gives reason

  • The Katsina state governor, Dikko Umaru Radda, has announced a break from governance to relax
  • He will commence a one-month vacation on Thursday, July 18, 2024, and hand over the state’s affairs to his deputy, Faruk Lawal Jobe
  • The governor disclosed this during Wednesday’s joint executive and legislative meeting at General Muhammadu Buhari House, Katsina

Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda of Katsina state has handed over to his deputy, Faruk Lawal Jobe, to commence a one-month vacation starting Thursday, July 18, in line with constitutional provisions.