Katsina State Governor, Dikko Radda, will commence a three-week medical leave starting Monday, August 18.
This was disclosed in a statement on Thursday by the state Commissioner for Information and Culture, Dr. Bala Salisu-Zango.
The governor assured residents that he remains committed to serving them and would return from the leave with renewed energy and dedication.
“I am grateful for the kind words and continued support from the people. Prioritizing my health is necessary so I can continue to serve effectively and make the best decisions for our state,” Radda stated.
The commissioner explained that, to ensure seamless governance during the governor’s absence, Deputy Governor Malam Faruk Lawal-Jobe would oversee the affairs of the state. Radda expressed confidence in his deputy’s ability to manage the responsibilities of office with dedication and commitment.
“I am thankful for the kind words and support from the people. Prioritizing my health is important so I can continue to serve and make the best decisions for Katsina,” the governor added.
“We wish to assure the public that all ongoing initiatives, programmes, and projects will continue to progress without interruption,” the governor stated.
He added that he looked forward to returning with renewed energy and commitment to advance the state’s development agenda.
