The Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris has reiterated his administration’s commitment to uplift the standard of sports in the state.
He made the confirmation during the closing ceremony of Kebbi State Youth Parliament Cup Tournament held at the FIFA mini stadium in Birnin Kebbi on Sundays.
He assured the readiness of his administration to promote sporting activities across the state with a view to encouraging youths participation to showcase their talents.
The governor pledged to give the stadium the necessary support to answer its name and to give sportsmen and women the courage to partake in competitions within and outside the state.
“I am giving directives today that portable water be provided to this stadium as well as purchase of jerseys and sport shoes to each club across the 21 Local Government Areas.
“I am delighted with what I saw and In Sha Allah my administration is operating an open and transparent policy, and youths are also involved,” he said.
The tournament which was organised in collaboration with Kaura for Governor Group aimed at fostering unity and good relationship amongst the youth in the state.
The match was between Birnin Kebbi/Kalgo/Bunza federal constituency and Augie/Arugungu federal constituency which ended up in a penalty shoot-out.
At the end of the game, Birnin Kebbi/Kalgo/Bunza federal constituency won the trophy alongside cash award.
