Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum, has expressed admiration for the foresight and visionary leadership of his Kebbi State counterpart, Comrade Nasiru Idris, declaring that “there are no vacancies” in the House of Kebbi Government.
Professor Zulum made these remarks in Birnin Kebbi during the launch of a book titled Mr. Project, written in honor of Governor Nasiru Idris. He stressed that peace and security remain the foundation on which growth and prosperity are built.
The Borno governor appealed to the people of Kebbi to strengthen unity, maintain peace and continue to support Governor Nasiru Idris so that he can sustain and expand the good work he is doing.
“Your Governor embodies humility, integrity and generosity. I am here in Kebbi because of its credibility,” Zulum said. “I have inspected projects executed by my brother, Nasiru Idris. Kebbi has recorded tremendous growth under his leadership.”
Professor Zulum also announced a donation of £50 million towards the launch of the book.
The APC National Organization Secretary, Suleiman Muhammad Argungu, representing the Chief Launcher, Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Senator Atiku Bagudu, praised Governor Nasiru Idris as an outstanding leader among his peers.
“We at the APC National Secretariat wonder where the Kebbi Governor gets the resources to achieve so much. “It's very clever,” said Argungu. “The book being launched serves as a reference for the younger generation of politicians and leaders, promoting transparency and focus.” “In 18 months, Comrade Nasiru Idris has transformed Kebbi into a model of brilliance and development.”
He noted that Senator Bagudu, who could not attend due to official duties in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, had donated £50 million, while Argungu himself donated £10 million.
The president of the occasion, the former Minister of the Interior, Major General. Muhammadu Magoro (Rtd.), commended Comrade Nasiru Idris for excelling in governance and project execution in a short period, an achievement he described as unparalleled since 1999 in Nigeria.
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General Magoro took the opportunity to advocate for justice and equity regarding the New Tax Bills. He congratulated the Northern governors for taking a unified stance on the bills and suggested calling a meeting with the Northern members of the National Assembly to strengthen their position.
The guest speaker, Professor Bello Bada of Usmanu Danfodio University, Sokoto, commended Governors Nasiru Idris and Babagana Zulum for their notable achievements in the execution of the project. “As an academic, I am not given to singing praises, but Governor Nasiru Idris has performed admirably. and deserves praise,” said Professor Bada.
The reviewer of the book, Professor Muhammadu Lawal Ahmadu, Vice-Chancellor of Rayhaan University, Birnin Kebbi, recommended the book to contemporary students and researchers, describing it as a valuable archival resource. “Nasiru Idris epitomizes rapid development, which is the hallmark of this book. It should serve as a companion to all lovers of progress,” said Professor Ahmadu.
The Deputy Governor of Kebbi, Senator Umar Abubakar Tafida, who donated £50 million at the event, reaffirmed his loyalty and support to Governor Nasiru Idris to build on his achievements.
Senator Muhammad Adamu Alieru of Kebbi Central described Governor Nasiru Idris as “the man of the hour” and announced a donation of £15 million on behalf of the three senators of Kebbi State.
Chairman of the Organizing Committee, Kabir Sani Giant, Special Adviser to the Governor on Power and Politics, highlighted that the book reflects the principles of governance, transparency, accountability, decisive leadership and inclusion under the government of Governor Nasiru Idris.
Governor Nasiru Idris, who acted as chief host, attended the ceremony along with senior government officials and politicians including the Kebbi State APC Chairman, Abubakar Muhammadu Kana Zuru.