By Umar Faruk
Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, Nigeria- January 01, 2025(Series News Online)
Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, has called on residents to embrace unity and collective efforts towards building a stronger and more prosperous state.
The New Year message, signed and issued to journalists by Alhaji Yahaya Sarki, Special Adviser (SA) Media and Publicity to the Governor, on Thursday in Birnin Kebbi, urged citizens to renew their commitment to peace, stability, and progress.
In the message, Governor Idris stressed the importance of patriotism, love for one's community, and law-abiding citizenship.
"We must remain patriotic, peace-loving, and law-abiding, recognizing that genuine love for the nation begins with love for one's community and fellow citizens," he said.
The Governor assured residents that the 2026 Budget of Transformation and People's Empowerment would bring significant improvements in living standards, through expanded income-generating opportunities, enhanced healthcare delivery, quality education, and sustained infrastructural development.
"My administration remains committed to advancing the welfare of the people," Dr. Idris said, adding that efforts were underway to address insecurity challenges.
Governor Idris emphasized that peace, unity, and harmonious coexistence were critical to development, describing Nigeria's diversity as a strength.
"I am optimistic that 2026 will usher in greater development, enhanced empowerment initiatives, and improved service delivery across the state," he said.