Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has made a pledge to ensure the consistent payment of all allowances for healthcare workers in the state.

This commitment aims to retain skilled medical professionals, as stated in a press release issued on Monday by Ahmed Idris, the governor’s Chief Press Secretary.

The pledge was made during a dinner held in honor of 13 indigenous medical doctors who recently graduated from Usmanu Danfodiyo University in Sokoto.

Governor Idris assured the healthcare workforce of his determination to prioritize the health sector and acknowledged its vital role in preserving human lives. He stated, “I will do my best to increase doctors’ and other medical staff allowances, bridging the gap between state and federal government allowances. This will enable them to stay in Kebbi and serve their people.”

Highlighting the administration’s commitment to supporting medical students, Governor Idris announced an increase in scholarship allowances from N30,000 to N50,000 to facilitate their academic pursuits.

Additionally, the governor pledged to construct standard hospitals in the four emirates of the state, aiming to improve the accessibility of healthcare facilities and alleviate the suffering of citizens dealing with various illnesses.

The Health Commissioner, Alhassan Yauri, commended the governor for organizing the reception for the graduating medical doctors, recognizing it as a historic event in the history of Kebbi State.