Bauchi state government has created 13 new emirates and 111 districts following the signing into law the Chieftaincy Appointment and Deposition Law by Governor Bala Mohammed.
The governor also signed into law, the repeal of the Sayawa Chiefdom and enactment of the Zaar Chiefdom with headquarters at Mhrim Namchi community in Tafawa Balewa local government area.
Another bill signed into law was that of the Local Government Pension Contributory Scheme.
Governor Mohammed said he would clear the backlog of pensions and gratuities owed to retired local government workers.
Equally, the governor signed into law the 2025 Appropriation Supplementary Act to support the smooth implementation of ongoing developmental projects and programs initiated by his administration.
The new emirates are Burra Emirates with headquarters in Burra, Duguri Emirates with headquarters in Yuli, Dambam Emirates with headquarters in Dambam, Bununu with headquarters in Bununu, Lere with headquarters in Lere, Darazo Emirates, with headquarter in Darazo, Jama’a Emirates, with headquarters in Nabardo.
Others are Lame Emirates with headquarters in Gumau, Toro Emirates with headquarters in Toro, Ari Emirates with headquarters in Gadar Maiwa, Warji Emirates with headquarters in Katangar Warji, Giade Emirates with headquarters in Giade and Gamawa Emirates with headquarters in Gamawa. The Sayawa Zaar Chiefdom with headquarter at Mhrim Namchi.
Governor Mohammed who signed the bills at Government House on Tuesday, said there should be no politicizing or undermining of the implementation of the newly enacted laws, directing security agencies to take appropriate action when necessary.
“Let me use this opportunity to issue a clear and firm warning. This administration will not tolerate any attempt to undermine, obstruct, or politicize the implementation of these laws.
“Any person or group found inciting division, spreading misinformation, or attempting to disrupt public peace will face the full consequences of the law.
“The law enforcement agencies, represented here today, are fully empowered to act decisively in maintaining peace and order,” Mohammed said
