Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has reaffirmed his commitment to sustained development, promising to leave the state in a far better condition than he inherited it. Speaking during a meeting with the Kebbi Elders Consultative Forum in Birnin Kebbi, the Governor highlighted key achievements of his administration and ongoing efforts to transform the state.
Idris, who took office in 2023, said he met the state in a challenging condition but is now pleased with the visible turnaround, especially in critical sectors like education, which he described as the bedrock of all development.
“We inherited terribly decayed infrastructure across the board, but I am proud to say that the situation has greatly improved,” he told the gathering.
The Governor revealed that his administration has rehabilitated and fully equipped 2,023 primary and secondary schools, constructed 243 new schools, and implemented significant wage increases for teachers — from ₦30,000 to ₦75,000. Additionally, 2,000 qualified teachers were recruited, while the retirement age was raised to 65 years to retain experienced educators.
He also reiterated the government’s commitment to free education, noting that the state pays tuition and registration fees for all Kebbi indigenes studying in tertiary institutions.
In their separate remarks, former Governor Senator Adamu Aliero and retired General Ishaya Bamaiyi commended the Governor for his achievements and reaffirmed their support for Kebbi’s development.
First Vice Chairman of the Forum, Justice Suleiman Muhammad Ambursa (rtd.), praised Idris for reviving the Forum and outlined plans to host an annual economic summit and fundraising initiative aimed at boosting development.
“The Forum is committed to supporting the government through progressive partnership and legacy projects,” Ambursa stated.
