Gov. Nasir Idris Allocates N309.5 Million for Foreign Scholarships, Demonstrates Commitment to Education
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State
(Kauran Gwandu)
In a demonstration of commitment to education, Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has authorized the disbursement of N309.5 million to facilitate the foreign scholarships of 86 bright scholars pursuing their academic endeavour in India and Egypt.
Isah Abubakar-Tunga, Commissioner for Ministry of Higher Education
The announcement came through the state’s Commissioner for Ministry of Higher Education, Alhaji Isah Abubakar-Tunga, during a press briefing held in Birnin Kebbi recently. Abubakar-Tunga lauded the governor’s proactive stance, emphasizing the critical importance of investing in human capital development.
(Centre)Alhaji Isah Abubakar-Tunga, briefing the press in Birnin Kebbi, (L) Alh. Yahaya Sarki, the Media Adviser to Gov. Nasir Idris of Kebbi State.
“Governor Nasir Idris has demonstrated firm support for education by allocating N228.1 million for 63 students in India and N81.4 million for 23 students in Egypt, amounting to a commendable total of N309.5 million,” he affirmed.
Furthermore, Abubakar-Tunga emphasized the urgency in settling the financial obligations of the remaining 50 students pursuing studies abroad, highlighting the administration’s dedication to ensuring no scholar is left behind.
At the press briefing
This allocation follows closely on the heels of Governor Idris’s earlier disbursement of local scholarships to students enrolled in 36 tertiary institutions across the nation, a proof to his holistic approach towards advancing education opportunities for Kebbi’s youth.
In light of these initiatives, the Ministry of Higher Education expressed profound gratitude for Governor Idris’s visionary leadership in the education sector, echoing sentiments of appreciation for his steadfast commitment to uplifting the state’s educational landscape.
As the state continues its stride towards educational excellence, stakeholders remain optimistic about the transformative impact of such investments under the administrative prowess of figures like Alhaji Abubakar Isa Tunga.
With prayers for continued guidance and wisdom, the commissioner concluded, “May Allah bless Governor Nasir Idris, empowering him to steer the state towards greater prosperity through education.”
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