Kebbi State Allocates N967 Million for Indigenous Students' School Fees
The approved sum of N967,685,854 million is allocated for the 2022/2023 academic session, aiming to provide a solid educational foundation for the youth and foster the emergence of a new leadership era.
AKACHI NOEL 
The Governor of Kebbi State, Nasir Idris, has approved a budget of over N967 million for the payment of registration fees for indigenous students studying in tertiary institutions across Nigeria. This decision, announced by the Commissioner for Higher Education, Isah Abdullahi-Tunga, underscores the governor's commitment to nurturing the youth for future leadership roles.
During a press conference in Birnin Kebbi, Abdullahi-Tunga disclosed that 20,908 students from Kebbi State enrolled in 36 tertiary institutions nationwide would benefit from this sponsorship. He emphasized the governor's vision to revolutionize higher education in the state and ensure youth participation in the current political landscape.
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The approved sum of N967,685,854 million is allocated for the 2022/2023 academic session, aiming to provide a solid educational foundation for the youth and foster the emergence of a new leadership era.
While acknowledging the governor's generosity, Abdullahi-Tunga raised concerns regarding sponsoring students abroad to study courses available in Nigerian universities. He suggested that overseas scholarships should be reserved for courses not readily accessible locally, advocating for a strategic approach to utilizing educational resources.
This initiative reflects Kebbi State's commitment to investing in human capital development and fostering educational opportunities for its indigenous students.
