The Special Adviser to the Kebbi State Governor on Communication and Strategy, Alhaji Abdullahi Zuru, has empowered 400 residents of Zuru with cash grants ranging from ₦10,000 to ₦20,000 at an event in Rafin Zuru Ward.
The Special Adviser to the Kebbi State Governor on Communication and Strategy, Alhaji Abdullahi Zuru, has empowered 400 residents of Zuru, comprising aged men, women and youth.
The empowerment exercise took place at Rafin Zuru Ward in Zuru Local Government Area on Sunday. Beneficiaries received cash grants ranging from ₦10,000 to ₦20,000.
Speaking at the ceremony, Alhaji Abdullahi Zuru, who also holds the traditional title of Sadaukin Zuru, thanked Governor Nasir Idris for the opportunity to serve the state and support his community.
He commended the Commissioner for Agriculture, Alhaji Shehu Muazu, for his support and urged residents of the community to back President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Governor Nasir Idris in the forthcoming general elections.
Speaking on behalf of stakeholders, Alhaji Muhammad Maikudi, a member of the Kebbi State Executive Committee, reassured Tinubu and Idris of the Zuru Emirate’s unwavering commitment to their victory in 2027.
Maikudi said the governor’s efforts in addressing infrastructural deficits and rehabilitating roads, schools, healthcare facilities, education and agriculture would remain indelible and were considered a debt to be repaid.
He added that Governor Idris had inspired politicians like Sadaukin Zuru to contribute to the socio-economic well-being of low-income earners, stressing that “Gov. Idris is well known outside Kebbi for his compassion, generosity, integrity and selflessness.”
On his part, Abubakar Abiola, APC Chairman of Zuru Local Government, described Governor Idris as a “General Commander of Welfare and Generosity” and urged beneficiaries to use the support to improve their business capital.
The event was attended by politicians, Kauran Gwandu support groups, market women, women and youth organisations, students and associates from Niger, Sokoto and Zamfara States.
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