Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya has approved the appointment of Malam Danladi Sanusi Maiyamba as the new Mai Tangale based on the recommendation of the Kingmakers of the Tangale Chiefdom.
The Director General (Press Affairs) Government House, Gombe, Ismaila Uba Misilli said in a statement on Wednesday that this is in exercise of the powers vested in the governor under the Gombe state Chieftaincy Law, 2020.
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The Commissioner, Ministry for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Ibrahim Dasuki Jalo, conveyed the governor’s approval and presented the appointment letter to the new Mai Tangle in Poshiya, Billiri.
Jalo said the appointment of Malam Danladi Maiyamba was informed by his personal qualities and suitability.
The presentation ceremony was witnessed by the Chairperson of Billiri Local Government Council, 9 Kingmakers of the Billiri Chiefdom, members of the traditional council and other functionaries.
Presentation of Staff of Office will be done in due course, the statement added.