Dr. Dikko Umar Radda
● Currently in Office📅 Tenure in Office
Dr. Dikko Umar Radda has been serving as governor of katsina state of Katsina State since May 29, 2023, under the APC Party.
👤 About Dr. Dikko Umar Radda
Dr. Dikko Umar Radda (born 10 September 1969, Hayin Gada, Dutsin-Ma LGA) is Governor of Katsina State. An economist and administrator of Fulani heritage, he has built a career in public service, banking, entrepreneurship, and federal appointments. His administration prioritizes citizen security, rural development, and human capital.
📋 Personal Information
| Full name | Dr. Dikko Umar Radda |
| Title / Role | Governor of Katsina State |
| State | Katsina State |
| Party | APC |
| Date of birth | September 10, 1969 (56 years old) |
| Education | NCE (Kafanchan College of Education, 1990); B.Sc Business Administration (Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University); M.Sc/PhD level qualifications |
| In office since | May 29, 2023 |
| Geopolitical zone | NW |
🏆 Key Achievements
Elected Governor 2023; Former DG SMEDAN; Former Chief of Staff; Former LGA Chairman. Security, agriculture, education and youth-focused leadership.
🏛 Role of the Governor of Katsina State
The Governor of Katsina State is the chief executive and head of government of the state. Under the Nigerian Constitution, the governor is elected by popular vote for a four-year term, renewable once. The governor heads the state executive council, assents to bills passed by the State House of Assembly, and directs the allocation of the state's budget and resources.
Katsina State is part of the NW geopolitical zone, with Katsina as its capital. Dr. Dikko Umar Radda currently serves as governor since May 29, 2023.