Akim of Kyzylorda changed
Akim of the region Krymbek Kusherbayev announced the resignation of Akim Markhabat Zhayymbetov. Nurlybek Nalibayev is appointed the new Akim of the city.
Kyzylorda. February 14. Kazakhstan Today - In Kyzylorda Akim Markhabat Zhayymbetov's resignation was satisfied, Kazakhstan Today reports.
Akim of the region Krymbek Kusherbayev announced the resignation of Akim Markhabat Zhayymbetov. Nurlybek Nalibayev is appointed the new Akim of the city.
Nurlybek Mashbekovich Nalibayev was born on October 13, 1976 in Zhanakorgan rayon of Kyzylorda region. Prior to his appointment to the post of Akim of the city he worked in the oil industry for a long time, served as deputy Akim of the city, the head of the regional Akimat administration, Akim of Shiely rayon of Kyzylorda region.
Married, has three children.
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