Gov Idris spent N266.9 million on 100 Kebbi students in India: Commissioner
Governor Nasir Idris has released N266.9 million for the tuition fee payment for 100 Kebbi students studying in various universities in India.
Higher education commissioner Isah Abubakar-Tunga announced this while briefing journalists in Birnin Kebbi on Friday.
Mr Abubakar-Tunga lauded the governor for the gesture that showed the administration’s commitment to education.
He urged beneficiaries to reciprocate by being more committed to their studies.
(NAN)
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