Kebbi Gov. Boosts Security With Five SUVs for Chiefdoms
By Bashir Rabe Mani in Sokoto
The Kebbi State Government has distributed five brand-new 2026 Toyota Prado SUVs to traditional rulers in the five chiefdoms under the Zuru Emirate as part of efforts to strengthen security and improve mobility in the area.
Governor Nasir Idris, represented by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Garba Dutsinmari, presented the vehicles to the beneficiaries on Tuesday at the Government House in Birnin Kebbi.
Dutsinmari said the gesture was in fulfilment of the governor’s promise to provide operational vehicles to traditional rulers to enable them to effectively discharge their responsibilities across their domains.
The beneficiaries are the chiefdoms of Fakai, Sakaba, Danko, Wasagu and Dabai.
According to the Commissioner, the administration holds traditional rulers in high regard and remains committed to supporting them to ensure good governance and stability in their communities.
“The governor knows that your areas are facing security challenges and are also remote locations. He considered the difficulties confronting the people, which is why he wants to make movement easier and ensure peace in your various kingdoms,” Dutsinmari said.
He added that the governor is determined to strengthen security across the state through closer collaboration with traditional institutions, noting that the administration would continue to provide logistics and other necessary support to improve safety in vulnerable communities.
“The governor is committed to improving security in all parts of the state. He believes traditional rulers are critical stakeholders in tackling criminal activities, and his administration will continue to work with security agencies and community leaders to protect lives and property,” he added.
Dutsinmari further quoted the governor as saying: “If the governor makes a promise, he will fulfil it. I wish you all the best.”
Responding on behalf of the beneficiaries, the Chief of Wasagu, Alhaji Murtala Wasagu, thanked the state government for fulfilling its promise to the traditional rulers.
He said the vehicles would bring the monarchs closer to their people and strengthen their ability to visit communities whenever necessary.
Signed:
Ahmed Idris
Chief Press Secretary to the Kebbi State Governor
