By Samaila Bayo, Birnin Kebbi
The National Union of Kebbi State Students, NUKESS, has expressed profound gratitude to the Governor of Kebbi State, Comrade, Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, for his unwavering commitment to the welfare of students and the development of education in the state.
At a News briefing in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday, the National President of NUKESS, Comrade Isah Suleiman Libata, acknowledged the Governor's approval of ₦585,416,690.00 for the payment of tuition fees for Kebbi State students studying at Subharti University, GD Goenka University, and Kalinga University in India.
Libata described the gesture as a testament to Governor Idris' commitment to making education a cornerstone of Kebbi State's development, also recognising the transformative initiatives introduced by his administration since assumption of office.
This includes the approval of ₦967,000,000.00 in 2024 to provide domestic scholarships to all Kebbi State students in tertiary institutions throughout Nigeria.
Consequently , the action has made education completely free for students in Universities, Polytechnic, Colleges of Education and other institutions.
Similarly, the Governor has declared free education at the basic level, providing modern learning materials, improving infrastructure, and covering WAEC and NECO fees for SS3 students in the state.
These efforts have significantly enhanced access to quality education at the primary and secondary levels.
In addition, when Kebbi State female students under a non-governmental organization’s scholarship faced funding challenges in India, Governor Idris swiftly intervened by approving funds for their tuition, upkeep, and other expenses, demonstrating his inclusive and compassionate leadership.
Furthermore, ₦700,000,000.00 was allocated earlier in 2024 to cover tuition and upkeep for students in Subharti University, GD Goenka University, and Kalinga University, avoiding any interruption in their academic calendar.
Governor Idris also approved ₦100,000,000.00 for the tuition and upkeep of Kebbi State students studying at Ain Shams University in Egypt, reflecting his commitment to supporting students abroad.
The NUKESS President called on students to remain committed to academic excellence and personal conduct, urging them to be good ambassadors of Kebbi State and contribute meaningfully to its growth.
Governor Nasir Idris’ efforts, according to Libata, exemplify true leadership driven by compassion, inclusivity, and a vision for progress in education and beyond
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