Afghanistan President Ashraf Ghani has approved Balkh Governor Atta Mohammad Noor's resignation. He has appointed Engineer Mohammad Dawood as Noor's successor, the Presidential Palace said in a statement on Monday.
Tolo News said the situation in Balkh capital Mazar-e-Sharif is normal following Noor's resignation.
Why he resigned is yet to be ascertained. Sources said that it could be revealed on Monday afternoon by his camp of supporters.
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