JUST IN: Kano lawmakers commence debate on new emirates

Kano State House of Assembly on Wednesday commenced debate on the motion for the creation of four additional emirates in the state.

It would be recalled that at the plenary yesterday, the motion has passed the first reading, just as the lawmakers are expected to debate on the motion today for the second and third readings respectively.

The house is expected to finish its job today and forward the bill to the State Governor, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje for his assent.