By Abdullahi Tukur Birnin Kebbi
The Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Nasiru Idris, has approved the release of over N1.2 billion for critical projects in the education sector, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to quality education and youth development.
The State Commissioner for Higher Education, Isah Abubakar Tunga, while briefing newsmen on Thursday said, the projects approved by Governor Idris include the renovation of Abdulsalam Nagimbana, Bush House and Emir Haruna Rasheed Students’ Hostels at the State College of Health Sciences and Technology, Jega, at the cost of ₦230,205,981.96.
The Commissioner stated that, the Governor also approved the procurement of essential equipment for the take off of the newly established College of Midwifery, Ambursa, Birnin Kebbi with facilities acquired at the cost of ₦251,525,065.00.
He said, the Governor directed the payment of outstanding registration fees for Kebbi State students studying across the country for the 2024/2025 academic session, amounting to ₦695,936,660.00.
Abubakar Tunga, made it clear that education remained a long-term investment and the foundation of sustainable societal progress, adding that no resource is too great when it comes to safeguarding the future of the younger generation.
The Commissioner further extended appreciation to the Governor on behalf of the Ministry for his timely and people-centered intervention.
He therefore, urged students and citizens of Kebbi State to continue supporting the administration with prayers for success in delivering good governance and quality education.
