By Umar Faruk Birnin Kebbi
In a bid to reduce the increasing rate of divorces in Kebbi State, the Wife of the Governor, Hajiya Zainab Nasare Nasir Idris, has launched a dispute resolution programme aimed at resolving marital disputes without resorting to court litigation. According to Hajiya Nasare, "The incumbent administration understands the importance of cordiality between husbands and wives." She emphasized that her office has perfected processes to flag off the special programme, which will serve as a forum to resolve misunderstandings among couples.
The Governor's wife has also been at the forefront of women's empowerment in the state. Notably, she has donated N10 million to the Association of Kebbi Women Entrepreneurs to boost their various businesses. This donation is part of her efforts to promote women's economic independence and self-reliance. Additionally, she has supported the "Every Home a Garden" programme, introduced by the Wife of the President, Sen. Oluremi Tinubu, which has gained popularity among women in Kebbi. This programme aims to encourage women to cultivate gardens at home, providing food for their families and communities.
She disclosed this on Sunday while interacting with journalists in Birnin Kebbi during the celebration for 2025 International Women's Day, while enumerating last year's achievements on women and this year's plans.
The First Lady has also announced plans to introduce the formation of Young Farmers Club in primary and secondary schools nationwide to encourage farming awareness among pupils and students towards self-sufficiency.
Hajiya Nasare has also highlighted her achievements as the First Lady in the past year, including providing empowerment to women in skill acquisition, entrepreneurship, commerce, and trade. In collaboration with the Kebbi State Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, she has trained 1,247 young girls and women in various skills acquisition programs and distributed materials to all of them.
The government has also taken steps to protect victims of Gender-Based Violence, with special courts adjudicating on violators with tougher punishment . The Coordinator of Nasara Foundation, Alhaji AbdURRASHID Bala, noted that the foundation has positively impacted over 10,000 women through skills acquisition and financial support . Furthermore, the Head, Technical Working Committee, Gender-Based Violence, GBV, Mallam Nasir Idris, noted that there has been a reduction in GBV cases in Kebbi, with 50 persons convicted for the offence receiving life imprisonment last year.
Hajiya Nasare assured that the government is striving to achieve 35% inclusivity of women in all spheres of influence, including politics. She noted that the present administration has made significant progress in promoting women's empowerment, with two female Commissioners in the Executive Council and six women Permanent Secretaries.
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