The wife of the Kebbi State Governor, Hajiya Nafisa Idris, through her NANAS Foundation, has distributed 100 bags of 25kg rice and N1 million cash to members of the Igbo community in the state to support their Christmas and New Year celebrations.
The distribution exercise took place on Wednesday in Birnin Kebbi as part of efforts to promote inclusiveness, unity and peaceful coexistence among residents of the state.
Represented by Hajiya Maryam Ka’oje, the governor’s wife said the gesture was aimed at identifying with the Igbo community during the yuletide season and easing the economic burden on families.
She explained that the intervention aligned with the humanitarian vision of the NANAS Foundation and the commitment of the present administration to ensure that all communities benefit from government-supported social interventions.
“The yuletide season is a period of love, sharing and compassion. The NANAS Foundation will continue to encourage initiatives that foster harmony among people of different ethnic and religious backgrounds,” she said.
Hajiya Idris urged the beneficiaries to continue supporting government efforts aimed at sustaining peace and driving development in the state.
In his remarks, the Special Adviser to Gov. Nasir Idris on Other Tribes, Mr Osita Mgbeafuluba, commended the governor’s wife and the NANAS Foundation for the gesture, describing it as timely and reassuring.
He expressed gratitude for the recognition and support, and pledged the continued loyalty and cooperation of the Igbo community to the Kebbi State Government.
The event was attended by members of the Igbo community, women leaders and other stakeholders.