By Abdullahi Mukhtar Algasgaini
The executive Governor of Bauchi state, Senator Bala Abdulkadir Muhammed (Kaura) has approved the appointment of Alhaji Haruna Yunusa Danyaya, the eldest son of the late Emir as the 17th Emir of Ningi with 1st class status.
This decision is in exercise of the powers conferred on him by cap.24 Item 3 (1) of the laws of Bauchi state of Nigeria ( Appointment of Emirs/ Chiefs and Deposition 1991) and the recommendations of the kingmakers.
The appointment was conveyed in a letter signed by the secretary to the Bauchi state government, Barrister Ibrahim Muhammad Kashim.
Bauchi state government expresses its confidence in the new Emir’s ability to continue the legacy of his late father in fostering unity, peace and development in the Ningi Emirate and Bauchi state as a whole.
Bauchi state government under the leadership of Governor Bala Muhammed remains committed to supporting the traditional institution in the state as they play a crucial role in maintaining peace and progress in our communities.
Governor Bala Muhammed prayed for the peaceful repose of the late Emir’s soul, also extend his warm felicitations and prayers for good health, long life and successful reign of the new Emir.
The new Emir of Ningi, Alhaji Haruna Yunusa Danyaya was born in Ningi in 1956 and he was the immediate past Chiroman Ningi. He is happly married with children.