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Kebbi: Gov Idris approves N585.4 million for 100 students studying in India

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi has approved N585.4 million for the payment of tuition fees for 100 students studying in Indian varsities.

• January 6, 2025
Governor Nasir Idris
Gov. Nasir Idris [Credit; Nasir Idris]

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi has approved the release of N585.4 million for the payment of tuition fees for 100 students studying in different Indian universities.

The commissioner for higher education, Isah Abubakar-Tunga, made this known at a news conference on Monday in Birnin Kebbi.

He reiterated the state government’s commitment to promoting academic and moral excellence in the tertiary education sector.

The commissioner implored the entire citizenry of the state to continue to pray for the continued success of the present administration during their individual and collective prayers.

(NAN)

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