10/07/2025
Gov. Idris donates N50 million to victims of Zogirma windstorm
Press Release
Following the devastating windstorm that recently wreaked havoc in Zogirma, Bunza Local Government Area, Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, has donated the sum of N50 million to support 266 affected households.
The Governor made the announcement during a sympathy visit to the community on Thursday, where he addressed residents and expressed deep concern over the incident.
He stated that the donation was part of the State Government’s effort to alleviate the suffering of the victims.
“I came here to see things for myself, sympathize with the victims, and provide necessary support,” Governor Idris said.
He added that the State Government had already dispatched food relief items through the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), which have been distributed to the victims.
The Governor directed community stakeholders to determine a fair and transparent method for distributing the N50 million donation based on the extent of damage each household suffered.
“I want the stakeholders to assess the level of damage for each victim and allocate the funds accordingly,” he said.
During the visit, Governor Idris also announced several developmental commitments. He pledged to renovate the palace of the District Head of Zogirma and confirmed that the road in the area is currently undergoing reconstruction.
He appealed to the people to exercise patience as the work progresses.
In response to a request by the District Head, the Governor approved the conversion of the community's secondary school from a day to a boarding school.
“I have directed the relevant authorities to revert the school to its former boarding status. The rooftops of the school buildings, which were blown off by the wind, will also be repaired,” he added, while offering prayers for protection against future disasters.
The Chairman of Bunza Local Government Area, Hon. Zayyanu Shehu, appreciated the Governor's timely intervention, confirming that 266 households, including public facilities like schools,were affected by the windstorm.
The District Head of Zogirma, Alhaji Tijjani Muhammad, also expressed gratitude for the Governor’s visit and presented further requests for the renovation of the district’s palace, mosque, and school.
Chairman of SEMA, Hon. Bello Yakubu Rilisco, urged residents of Zogirma to remain loyal to Governor Idris’ administration, and listed the relief items provided as directed by the Governor.
In a show of solidarity, the Rector of Waziri Umaru Federal Polytechnic, Birnin Kebbi, Dr. Usman Sani Tunga, donated N2 million to the windstorm victims.
Governor Idris also commissioned the renovated palace of the District Head of Tilli, Alhaji Muhammad Jabbo.
Earlier, the Governor made a brief stop in Bunza town to inspect the Bunza General Hospital. He directed its immediate renovation and reaffirmed his administration's commitment to improving the healthcare sector.
He noted that all casual workers in the health sector have been absorbed and appointed as permanent staff as part of wider reforms in the sector.
"Since assuming office as Governor, I have absorbed over 500 health workers as permanent staff, and I have now directed that the 22 casual staff of this hospital also be absorbed as permanent employees.", he
Signed:
Yahaya Sarki
Special Adviser (SA) on Media and Publicity Kebbi State Gov.
10/7/2025
