Katsina State Governor Radda, will be away from office for three weeks to attend to health-related matters.
This was announced in a statement released on Thursday by the Commissioner for Information and Culture, Bala Salisu Zango.
“Prioritizing my health is necessary to ensure I can continue to serve effectively and make sound decisions for the state,” the commissioner quoted the governor as saying.
According to the statement, the Deputy Governor Malam Faruk Lawal “has been designated to assume the responsibilities” of Governor Radda until he returns after three-weeks.

The governor expressed confidence in the ability of his deputy to pilot the affairs of the state in his absence, stating that dedication and commitment will be the same.
He assures the public that all ongoing state programs, initiatives and projects “will continue to progress without interruption”.
“The administration looks forward to his return, healthy and ready to continue serving the community”, the statement added.