Sen. Umar Tafida OFR

It is with great sadness, I led the Head of Service, members of the State House of Assembly, Commissioners, and other important personalities to receive the remains of our beloved late Speaker, Hon. Usman Muhammad Zuru, who passed away in Cairo, Egypt on Monday evening, at the

Mark your calendars and join us for this incredible celebration of tradition and culture.

for their dedication and hard work. Your efforts are truly making a difference, and I am excited to see the impact this festival will have on our local economy and cultural tourism. The 2026 Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival is going to be one for the books!

The preparations for the 2026 Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival are in full swing. As the Chairman of the Main Committee, yesterday I led an inspection tour of the festival sites and was impressed by the significant progress made so far.

I am confident that with the support and cooperation of all stakeholders, we will host a successful festival that will contribute to the socioeconomic development of our state.

and encouraged collaboration with relevant agencies. The Emir of Argungu, Alhaji Sama'ila Muhammad Mera, also emphasized the importance of adhering to the rules of the festival, particularly the grand event, and discussed security matters. It's a collective responsibility!

I am pleased to announce that yesterday, I inaugurated 24 sub-committees for the 2026 Argungu International Fishing and Cultural Festival. This festival is a celebration of our rich cultural heritage and a testament to Kebbi State's commitment to unity, peace, and understanding.

Today, we gather to honor the unwavering dedication and supreme sacrifice of our armed forces. Their courage and selflessness have secured our nation’s peace and freedom. As a government, we reaffirm our commitment to supporting our heroes and their families. Let’s unite in gratitude and patriotism, upholding the values of peace, justice, and unity. We will continue to stand by our veterans and their families, ensuring their sacrifices are never forgotten.

I thanked all members of NAWOJ for their tireless efforts in promoting truth and accountability, and I look forward to continued partnership for the benefit of our people.

Governor Idris for prompt consideration. The delegation was led by the Vice President Zone A of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Comrade Tukur Muhammad Umar, who echoed the sentiments of collaboration between media practitioners and the government.

I was honored to receive the President, National Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ), Comrade Aisha Ibrahim, who paid a courtesy visit to my office this Wednesday. She was accompanied by the newly inaugurated members of the State Executive Council of NAWOJ,

We are committed to creating a more inclusive society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Advancing Social Progress,” aligns with the global celebration and aims to promote inclusion, empowerment and support for vulnerable groups. I am proud to be part of this initiative and I assure you all that our government will continue to support persons with disabilities.

Renewed Hope Initiative, 650 beneficiaries received a special capital grant of N100,000, and 100 got solar‑powered tricycles for mobility and economic empowerment. Flagging‑off the empowerment in Birnin Kebbi on Wednesday, I reaffirmed our government’s commitment to