Kano Assembly appoints new deputy majority leader

The Kano State House of Assembly on Tuesday appointed Malam Magaji Zarewa as its deputy majority leader.

This followed the resignation of Abdullahi Yaryasa who dumped the All Progressives Congress (APC) for the New Nigerian Peoples Party (NNPP).

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The Speaker of the House, Hamisu Chidari, who read Yaryasa’s resignation letter at the plenary, wished him well in his new party and thanked him for his numerous contributions at the parliament.

Chidari also congratulated Zarewa, who represents Rogo constituency on his appointment and assured him of the House support.

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