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Katsina Governor Forms Book Review Committee

Katsina City News
21 Jun, 2024
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The Governor of Katsina State has established the "Katsina State Coffee Table Books Review" committee to evaluate three books documenting the state government's achievements.

Representing the governor at the inauguration in his office, the Secretary to the State Government, Abdullahi Garba Faskari, announced that the books to be reviewed include "Katsina Unveiled," "Katsina Icons," and "Katsina Traditions."

The committee will be chaired by the fifth Waziri of Katsina, Professor Sani Abubakar Lugga, with Dr. Muttaka Rabe Darma as the vice-chairman, and the Director of Information from the Secretary to the State Government's office as the secretary.

Committee members include the Commissioner for Information and Culture, the Commissioner for Commerce and Investment, the Governor’s Special Adviser on Economic Development, the Chairman of KTSDB, and the Director of the Katsina State Museum and History Bureau, among others.

The committee has been given a two-week deadline to submit its report. Their responsibilities include reviewing the books' content, images, and overall presentation, and assessing their accuracy, quality, and relevance to the history and culture of Katsina State.

Other tasks include identifying any errors or inaccuracies in the books, providing recommendations, seeking additional information from the authors or publishers, and involving any experts necessary to achieve their goals.

Speaking on behalf of the committee, Vice-Chairman Dr. Muttaka Rabe Darma highlighted that the books would promote Katsina State and attract investors. He assured that the committee would work diligently to meet their objectives and thanked the governor for the opportunity to undertake this important task.