Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has reinstated His Highness, Mr. Jonathan Paragua Zamuna, as the Chief of Piriga Chiefdom in Lere Local Government Area, following a ruling by the National Industrial Court,leadership reports.
During a ceremony at the Sir Kashim Ibrahim Government House in Kaduna on Wednesday, Governor Sani presented Mr. Zamuna with his appointment letter. The governor emphasized his administration’s commitment to upholding the rule of law, due process, and justice.
The reinstatement follows a National Industrial Court ruling on June 14, 2024, which nullified the removal and deposition of Chief Jonathan Zamuna by former Governor Nasir el-Rufai. The court declared the action “null and void” and ordered the restoration of Mr. Zamuna to his position, along with all associated salaries, allowances, and benefits.
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Governor Sani congratulated the reinstated monarch and urged him to lead his people with fairness and without bias, ensuring equal treatment for all, regardless of ethnicity or religion.
In his response, Chief Zamuna expressed gratitude to Governor Sani for his reinstatement. He noted that the Piriga Chiefdom comprises 12 ethnic groups living in harmony and pledged to continue fostering peace among his people.
