The Federal Government has come under heavy criticism over alleged payment of huge sum of money in foreign currency as ransom to get over 200 kidnapped students released by terrorists. It was also alleged that government was forced to release two arrested Boko Haram kingpins as part of bargains to set the students free. In […]
The Kebbi State Government has constituted a high-powered Committee to investigate recent fire incidents in schools across the state with a view to determining their causes and recommending measures to prevent future occurrences. This was contained in an official directive issued from the Office of the Executive Governor and conveyed through the Honourable […]
The National Economic Council (NEC) has appointed the Governor of Kebbi State, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, as Chairman of a newly constituted committee on livestock development, aimed at fast-tracking reforms in Nigeria’s livestock sector. The decision was taken on Wednesday at the 155th meeting of NEC, which was held virtually and chaired by […]
The Nigeria Police Force has presented thirteen armoured operational vehicles to the Kebbi State Government in recognition of Governor Nasir Idris’ sustained support for security operations in the state. Speaking during the presentation at the Government House, Birnin Kebbi, the Commissioner of Police, Kebbi State Command, CP Bello Sani, said the vehicles were deployed to […]
Mass defection into the All Progressive Congress (APC) has shaken the roots of opposition parties in Kebbi as two younger brothers of the former Minster of Justice and Attorney-General of the Federation, Alhaji Abubakar Chika Mallami, SAN, have formally defected from the African Democratic Congress, ADC to APC. The brothers, Mustapha Mallami Khadi and Sa’adu […]
The Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, has assured families of the abducted schoolgirls in Kebbi State, the late Brigadier-General Musa Uba and the late Vice Principal of the school that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is deeply troubled by the tragic incidents. He vowed that the government will deploy all instruments of the state to rescue […]
The Kebbi State Government has dismissed as false and misleading the claim by Rep. Riley M. Moore, a member of the United States Congress, that the tragic incident that occurred on Monday at Government Girls Comprehensive Senior Secondary School, Maga, in Danko/Wasagu Local Government Area of Kebbi State occurred in a “Christian enclave.” This claim, […]
Kayode Egbetokun, inspector-general of police (IGP), has deployed two additional armoured personnel carriers (APCs) to boost the fight against banditry in Kebbi state. Bello Muhammad Sani, commissioner of police in the state, formally presented the vehicles to Governor Nasir Idris on Monday at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi. Idris described the deployment as a […]
By John Bassey The Kebbi State Government under the leadership of Governor Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Government of Romania to develop the solid mineral sector in the state. This partnership is expected to significantly enhance the economic development of Kebbi State. Governor Nasir Idris’ drive to […]
Operatives of the Niger State Police Command has announced the rescue of 35 persons being transported to Kebbi State by their abductors. The Command disclosed that the lucky person’s who might have spent over a year in detention at various camps of suspected Boko Haram insurgents were rescued when the police intercepted the vehicle in […]
BY PATRICK WEMAMBU Nigeria has signed a $3 million cement plant deal between Kebbi State government and the MSM Group which is expected to generate 45,000 jobs comprising 20,000 direct and 25,000 indirect employment. The Honourable Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr Wale Edun, represented the federal government at the epoch-making […]
By John Bassey Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has once again directed immediate action to counter the activities of the Lakurawa bandits, following reports of attempted cattle rustling in Gamuzza village of Arewa Local Government Area and Gwado village in Bunza. The swift intervention was revealed by AbdurRahman Usman Zagga, Director of Security, Cabinet […]
By John Bassey Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has restated his administration’s commitment to combat human trafficking and related abuses, pledging to hold perpetrators accountable and prioritize the safety of the state’s residents. This assurance was given during a one-day public enlightenment and awareness campaign held at the Zuru Local Government Town Hall on […]
By John Bassey Kebbi State governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has approved the release of N814,780,520.73 for the payment of gratuity and death benefits to 417 workers from the State, Local Government, Local Government Education Authorities (LGEAs) and contract staff who disengaged between March 16 and April 15, 2024. This is contained a […]
BY ORIAKU IJELE & JOHN BASSEY Days after the devastating flooding incident in Borno, which left hundreds of thousands displaced, the northeastern state of Kebbi is having a taste of the bitter experience. Saturday Times gathered that at the moment over 29 persons have died with lots of hectares of farmlands destroyed, aside 320,000 houses […]
By John Bassey Kebbi State government has introduced ‘a single demand notice’ aimed at abolishing multiple taxation to enable small and medium scale businesses to thrive and flourish. The Director General, Kebbi Investment Promotion Agency, KIPA, Dr. Muhammad Kabir Kamba, gave this indication at a Forum on access to credit for micro, small and medium […]
By John Bassey The Association of National Accountants of Nigeria (ANAN) has awarded its prestigious Honorary Fellowship to Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris (Kauran Gwandu), at the association’s 29th Annual Conference. The conference, theme “Advancing Accounting Excellence in a Changing World,” took place in Abuja on Tuesday, drawing dignitaries from across the country. […]
By John Bassey Religion is an inseparable part of human life, providing Divine Guidance on how individuals relate to God, fellow humans, and the world around them. For many, religion is not just a belief but a deeply moral and spiritual practice. Understanding this, the administration of Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, Governor of […]
By John Bassey Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has emphasized that all contract awards under his administration must strictly adhere to due process before receiving his approval. The Governor made this statement during a Two-Day Training Programme for Procurement Officers of Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) in Kebbi State, held at the Banquet Hall, […]
By John Bassey The Kebbi State government has handed over a newly acquired GSM Plaza, valued at N300 million, to the Association of Handset Dealers and Technicians to promote entrepreneurship among youths. Speaking at the handover ceremony in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday, Governor Nasir Idris emphasized the administration’s commitment to fostering self-employment and job creation […]