By Umar Faruk, Birnin Kebbi
Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State - The Kebbi State Government has approved and released a total of ₦422,101,955.30 for the payment of registration fees for 6,127 Kebbi State indigenes studying in two federal universities. The funds were released to support students in Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto, and the Federal University Birnin Kebbi (FUBK).
According to the Commissioner for Higher Education, Hon. Isah Abubakar Tunga, ₦211,626,378.30 was paid for 3,922 students of Federal University Birnin Kebbi, while ₦210,475,577.00 was released for 2,205 students of Usmanu Danfodiyo University, Sokoto. Hon. Tunga stated that the approval and release of the funds are in furtherance of Governor Idris' commitment to improve the education sector and ease the financial burden of education on parents.
"This is in furtherance of Governor Idris' commitment to improve the education sector and ease the financial burden of education on parents," Hon. Tunga said. He expressed profound appreciation to Governor Idris for his unwavering dedication to the educational advancement of Kebbi State citizens.
"We are grateful to His Excellency, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, for his unwavering dedication to the educational advancement of Kebbi State citizens," Hon. Tunga said. The Commissioner revealed that processes were being finalized to extend similar support to Kebbi State indigenes studying in other tertiary institutions throughout the country.
This move demonstrates the state government's commitment to investing in the education of its citizens and promoting academic excellence. The release of funds for students' registration fees is a welcome development for students and parents in Kebbi State, who have been facing financial challenges in pursuing higher education. The state's initiative is expected to boost the morale of students and encourage more young people to pursue higher education.