By Ismail Adebayo, Birnin Kebbi Governor Nasiru Idris on Wednesday donated four new Toyota Land Cruisers to emirs in the four emirates of Kebbi State. The official vehicles were presented to the emirs of Yauri, Argungu, Zuru and Gwandu at the government house in Birnin Kebbi. He said it became necessary for his administration to give the new jeeps to the emirs because their official vehicles were old.
He assured that his administration would continue to prioritise the welfare of the emirs as custodians of Islamic culture and tradition. Best Kratom Vendors of 2024: Where To Buy High Grade Kratom Online Gunmen abduct women, kill vigilante commander in Kwara The donation came at a time citizens face cost of living crisis and hardship that trailed the removal of fuel subsidy. This is not the first time the governor of Kebbi State will distribute SUVs.
In March this year, Governor Idris distributed SUVs to members of the State House of Assembly. Idris, who announced this in a social media post, said his gesture should be seen as “a symbol of our commitment to serving the people of Kebbi State diligently”. The governor, who assumed office last year, then said “The government has given new vehicles to members of the House of Assembly, Commissioners, Security Services, and Chairmen of Boards, Departments and Agencies for optimal operation,” he said.
Many other state governments and the federal government have taken similar actions amidst the economic crisis as elected officia.