The Sultan Foundation has facilitated the donation of school furniture worth N1.3 billion to Kebbi State government.
The furniture was formally presented to Governor Nasir Idris, the Kauran Gwandu at the Bulasa Warehouse, near Birnin Kebbi by the Sultan of Sokoto, Alhaji Muhammad Sa’ad Abubakar on Monday.
The Sultan was accompanied by the Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Sama’ila Muhammadu Mera.
The Argungu monarch, who spoke on behalf of the Sultan, said the donation of 3,785 pieces of furniture is aimed at complementing the governor’s efforts in revitalizing the education sector in the state.
According to him, the items were procured with the support of an indigene of the state who is based in Atlanta, USA, Aminu Yaro, alongside some international partners.
Mera commended Governor Nasir Idris for providing N196 million for the shipment and delivery of the items to Nigeria and its onward transportation to the state.
He also lauded President Bola Tinubu for approving a N280 million duty waiver that allowed for the duty-free clearance of the furniture.
Responding, Governor Nasir Idris expressed profound joy and gratitude for the kind gesture, describing it as a major boost to his administration’s commitment to improving education in Kebbi State.
‘The Sultan Foundation is a highly reputable organization that reflects the esteemed stature of His Eminence both in Nigeria and beyond.
We are deeply grateful for your continuous support and leadership’ a statement made available to Team@orientactualmags.com by the governor’s Special Adviser on Media, Mr Yahaya Sarki quoted him as saying.
Governor Idris recalled that the Foundation had previously donated medical supplies to the state, assuring that the furniture would be judiciously utilized for the benefit of the people.
He also urged the Foundation to facilitate more of such donations in the future, especially beddings as well as other educational materials-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 08035023079, 08059100286, 09094171980. Thank you
