Gov Idris Ends ‘Thank -You Visit’ To Kebbi LGs, Promises Sustainable Development

Kebbi State governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has restated his commitment to developing the state and improving the well-being of the people.

A statement made available to Team@orientactualmags.com by his Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yahaya Sarki noted that he said this in Birnin Kebbi Local Government on Monday during the final stage of his thank-you visit to all the 21 local governments in the state.

Governor Idris expressed gratitude to the people for their overwhelming support in the 2023 elections, which led to his victory under the APC.

He assured the people of Birnin Kebbi local  Government Area that his administration remains dedicated to uplifting their standard of living and transforming the state capital.

‘The people of Birnin Kebbi Local Government Area can attest to the rapid development recorded in the state capital within a short period’ he stated.

Highlighting his key achievements in less than two years, he listed the payment of school fees, construction of roads, appointment of over 6,000 advisers and assistants, employment of 2,000 teachers, and the renovation of mosques and palaces of the four Emirs in the state.

‘Also, District Heads will be empowered to renovate their official residences directly to their taste, to avoid shoddy job by the contractors’ the governor said.

Additionally, he announced that the state government has purchased 300 truckloads of assorted food items for free Ramadan feeding, emphasizing his administration’s commitment to supporting communities.

‘As long as I remain  the governor, my administration will continue to provide free grains to the people, free fertilizer to farmers, and ensure substantial support to free education’ he declared.

Governor Idris also revealed that school feeding had been increased to ₦300 million monthly to encourage students in the state in their academic pursuits. 

He restated his commitment to running an open and inclusive governance, rural and urban development, and the construction of access roads to ease transportation of farm produce.

The APC Chairman in  Birnin Kebbi Local Government, Sani Bello, pledged continued support for Governor Idris and commended stakeholders for their cooperation.

Over 200 defectors from the PDP were received into the APC by the governor and the State APC Chairman, Alhaji Abubakar Kana-Zuru  during the event.

One of the defectors, Alhaji Al-Mustapha Yari, said they were impressed by the governor’s developmental strides and the warm reception they received.

‘We have no reason to remain in the PDP, our leaders are now back in the APC, and we acknowledge the governor’s efforts in transforming Kebbi State’ he stated.

Another defector, Tukur Dan Kawu, described Governor Idris as a long-time friend since his tenure as NUT Chairman, commending his compassion for the people.

 Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr. Halima Muhammad Bande, outlined Governor Idris’ achievements in the education sector, including the construction of 31 new schools as well as the rehabilitation of others, employment of 2,000 teachers, elongation of teachers’ years of service , regular payment of WAEC examination fees, and the sponsorship of the National Quran Recitation Competition.

 Chairman of Birnin Kebbi Local Government’s stakeholders, Hon. Abubakar Chika Birnin Kebbi, who is the Commissioner for Finance, expressed appreciation to the governor for his  efforts to impact lives while  urging residents of the state to sustain their support for his administration.

‘No indigene of Birnin Kebbi should remain in the opposition if they desire development’ he said.

In support of the party, the Commissioners for Finance, Works, Information and Culture, and Justice collectively donated 15 motorcycles for  the use of APC ward chairmen, 15 motorcycles for  the secretaries, one car for the LG party chairman, one car for the LG party secretary, and a Sharon car for party activities.

Governor Idris received and presented the car and motorcycle keys to the beneficiaries.Team@orientactualmags.com  Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com.  Thank you