By Umar Faruk Birnin Kebbi
As Kebbi State marks 33 years since its creation, the current administration of Governor Nasir Idris has made significant strides in transforming the state’s developmental trajectory. With a focus on transparency, agricultural productivity, education, and healthcare, Governor Idris has positioned himself as a pivotal force in Kebbi’s history.
Background
Kebbi State was created on August 27, 1991, along with eight other states in Nigeria. Since its inception, the state has been governed by several leaders, including military administrators and elected governors.
Governor Nasir Idris’ Achievements
– Infrastructural Development: Significant progress in infrastructure, including road projects, urbanization of major towns, and rural transformation agenda.
– Education: Billions of naira invested in the education sector, focusing on school construction, rehabilitation, and provision of instructional materials.
– Healthcare: Prioritization of healthcare, including salary increases for doctors and health workers, regularization of casual staff, and medical treatment for mental health patients.
– Agriculture: Distribution of palliatives, agricultural inputs, and financial support to enhance food security and empower farmers.
– Youth and Women Empowerment: Various empowerment programs, including financial grants and skill acquisition, to reduce poverty and encourage SMEs.
– Security: Restoration of peace and security in Kebbi South, with proactive measures including vehicle and motorcycle purchases for security operatives and vigilantes.
Other milestones include the inaugural flight for pilgrims to Saudi Arabia, creation of new ministries, prompt payment of salaries and pensions, and sponsorship of state athletes.
Vision for Kebbi State
Governor Idris envisions comprehensive infrastructural development, transforming Birnin Kebbi into a modern urban center, and fostering balanced growth to make Kebbi State a catalyst for economic and social development.
