The commissioner said the approvals, all granted in January brought the total financial commitment of the governor to the ministry within the period to N714.98 million.
Mr Abubakar-Tunga described education as a vital long-term investment and the foundation of sustainable societal progress.
Mr Abubakar-Tunga commended the governor for his support for the educational sector in the state.
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi has approved N585.4 million for the payment of tuition fees for 100 students studying in Indian varsities.
Governor Nasir Idris has approved over N967 million to sponsor 20,908 Kebbi students studying in 36 tertiary institutions across the country.
