Kebbi Assembly elects new speaker

The Kebbi State House of Assembly on Wednesday elected Salihu Dangoje as its new speaker, following the passing of the former, Muhammad Usman, in April.

Mr Dangoje, who represents the Sakaba Constituency, has been sworn into office.

The motion for his nomination was moved by Muhammad Adamu and seconded by Lauwal Haruna during a plenary session of the House.

Following a unanimous endorsement by the lawmakers, Mr Dangoje was administered the oath of office by the Clerk of the House, Suleiman Shamaki.