Kebbi Governor approves ₦1.4bn for school furniture, ₦900m take-off grant for Bureau of Statistics
Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has approved the release of ₦1.4 billion for the procurement of furniture for schools across the state.
The governor’s Chief of Staff, Barrister Attahiru Maccido, disclosed this to journalists shortly after the State Executive Council meeting chaired by the Governor on Wednesday.
“There is a serious shortage of furniture in many of our schools, including those within the state capital and across the local government areas.
”By the sheer grace and commitment of His Excellency, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, he has approved and signed a contract for the supply of school furniture worth ₦1.4 billion.
”This initiative will go a long way in improving the learning environment and raising the educational standards across the state,” he said.
In a related development, Gov. Idris has approved the release of ₦900 million take-off grant for the newly established Kebbi State Bureau of Statistics.
The Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Dr. Abba Sani Kalgo, who made this known, said the grant would facilitate effective data collection and collation to support the administration’s development agenda.
“You may recall that His Excellency recently signed into law the establishment of the Kebbi State Bureau of Statistics.
” This administration firmly believes that you cannot change what you cannot measure. Reliable and verifiable statistics are critical for informed planning and sustainable development,” Dr. Kalgo stated.
He added that the funds will enable the Bureau to commence full operations and deliver accurate, measurable, and purpose-driven data to guide policy formulation and implementation in the state.
According to him, Prof. Usman would head the Bereau as its pioneer Chief Executive Officer.
“Gov. Idris’ approval of these funds underscores his administration’s twin commitment to both human capital and institutional development, ensuring that Kebbi State continues to advance in education, governance, and socio-economic planning.”
