GOVERNOR Nasir Idris of Kebbi, has approved over N967 billion for sponsorship of 20,908 indigenous students studying in 36 tertiary institutions across the country.
The state Commissioner for Higher Education, Alhaji Isah Abubakar-Tunga, made this known while briefing Newsmen in Birnin Kebbi on Thursday.
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He said, “The gesture is in line with Gov. Nasir Idris’ vision and mission in transforming higher education, and his determination to ensure that the youths benefit in the agenda of the current political dispensation by sponsoring students within and outside the country for educational development of the state.
“His Excellency has, therefore, graciously approved the sum of N967.685,854 billion being fees for the 20,908 students for the year 2022/2023 academic session.”
The commissioner commended the governor for the gesture which according to him, will pave way for the youths to prosper intellectually.
Abubakar-Tunga added that it was also a testimony to the governor’s unflinching commitment to youths development in the state. (NAN)
