The Gold Buyers and Sellers Association, on Thursday, endorsed Gov. Nasir Idris of Kebbi for re-election in 2027 and presented him with 10,000 campaign jerseys.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the association made the announcement during a solidarity visit to the governor at Government House in Birnin Kebbi.
The association’s Chairman, Alhaji Mu’azu Maishanu, said members were satisfied with the direction of governance in the state.
He credited the administration with achievements in road infrastructure, education, healthcare and water supply.
Maishanu described Idris as one of the best-performing governors in the country and pledged the association’s continued support ahead of the election.
“We understand that no government can be perfect, but we are satisfied with your leadership and the direction you are taking Kebbi,” he said.
Also speaking, Alhaji Babangida Gulumbe urged the governor to sustain infrastructural and human capital development across the state’s 21 local government areas.
On his part, an elder of the association, Alhaji Abbas Ibrahim-Kuka, stressed the need for unity and mutual support among members.
Responding, Idris thanked the association for the endorsement and the jerseys, describing the gesture as a vote of confidence in his administration.
“We are proud of the progress recorded so far, but we are equally determined to do more for the people of Kebbi,” he said.
The governor assured the group that his administration would sustain good governance and inclusive development.
(NAN)
