Governor Yahaya Appoints Malam Maiyamba As New Mai Tangle Despite Protest

Malam Danladi Sanusi Maiyamba

Malam Danladi Sanusi Maiyamba has been appointed by Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya as the new Mai Tangle.

The appointment which was announced on Wednesday, March 3, is coming after some residents of the community accused the Governor of being biased in the selection.

Some of the protesters accused the Gombe state Governor of delaying issuing Musa Maiyamba who was selected by the kingmakers his appointment letter because he is not a Muslim.

The Commissioner of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ibrahim Dasuki Jalo has however now conveyed the Governor’s approval and presented the appointment letter to the new Mai Tangle.

At the presentation in Poshiya, Billiri, the commissioner said the appointment of Malam Danladi Maiyamba was informed by his personal qualities and suitability. Presentation of Staff of Office will be done in due course.