In a recent development, Yobe State Governor Mai Mala Buni has officially announced the appointment of Alhaji Yerima Ibn Mahmud as the new Emir of Ngazargamu. This decision was disclosed in a statement released on Friday by the Acting Secretary to the State Government, Mohammed Goje.
The appointment comes after the passing of the previous Emir, Alhaji Tijjani Ibn Saleh Geidam, who died in Egypt following a long illness and was laid to rest in Damaturu on the same day.
Prior to his elevation, the newly appointed Mai Ngazargamu had held the traditional title of Turakin Ngazargamu for 16 years. He has also served as a member of the Yobe State House of Assembly and held various positions in the State Executive Council, including Commissioner for Livestock Development.
Governor Buni extended his congratulations to the new Emir and the Ngazargamu Emirate, encouraging him to leverage his vast experience to foster unity, promote peace, ensure harmonious coexistence, and drive economic progress within the emirate, Yobe State, and Nigeria at large.
The governor also urged the community to rally behind the new Emir, enabling him to serve diligently and effectively for the betterment of all, ensuring peace, unity, and prosperity in the emirate.