Gov Idris Hails Abubakar Mallam’s Appointment As SRRBDA MD
Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, the Kauran Gwandu, has submitted that he is happy about the appointment of Abubakar Mallam, Shatiman Gwandu as new Managing Director of the Sokoto Rima River Basin Development Authority (SRRBDA) by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, describing this as well-deserved.
The governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Mr. Yahaya Sarki noted in a statement made available to Team@orientactualmags.com that Dr Idris said this during the reception held in honour of Mallam at the Government House, Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday.
Governor Idris expressed confidence in Mallam’s ability to deliver, given his background as a retired Deputy Comptroller General of Customs and a seasoned politician.
‘The essence of democracy is to serve humanity, which remains the hallmark of my administration. The new MD is not only representing Kebbi State but the entire North West. I have no doubt that he will perform excellently’ he said.
Governor Idris restated his commitment to securing more federal appointments for Kebbi indigenes to boost the development of the state.
He also highlighted ongoing investment initiatives, including oil exploration prospects and mineral resource development.
‘I recently signed a $200 million lithium processing agreement with China, which will create 45,000 jobs for Kebbi indigenes.
Similarly, a $300 million cement production company to be established in the state signed in Nigeria, will provide 75,000 jobs’ he said.
On agriculture, Governor Idris restated his administration’s dedication to supporting farmers with free fertilizers, inputs, and improved seeds.
‘Kebbi remains Nigeria’s leading rice producer, and we will maintain that status.
The security challenges in Kebbi South are now history, by God’s grace. My recent thank-you visit confirmed that peace has returned, allowing farmers to resume work’ he said.
In response, Abubakar Mallam expressed gratitude to Governor Idris for facilitating his appointment and pledged loyalty to his administration.
‘I have appointed myself as the Sarkin Yakin Kauran Gwandu to champion your re-election campaign’ he declared while promising to be a worthy ambassador of Kebbi State.
Mallam, who was a governorship aspirant in the state in 2007 and 2011, assured that he would not disappoint the governor and the state.
Earlier, the District Head of Ambursa, Alhaji Isah Haruna Rashid, Special Adviser on Pilgrims Matters, Alhaji Zayyanu Sanka, and the State Accountant General, Alhaji Bello Ibrahim Nahaliku, had all commended Governor Idris for facilitating the appointment, expressing confidence in Mallam’s capability and ability to deliver-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
