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Last updated: September 2, 2026

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Governor Idris Appoints Dr. Abubakar Attahiru Koaje as Acting CMD of Kebbi Medical Centre, Kalgo

In a move underscoring his administration’s focus on strengthening healthcare leadership and service delivery, Kebbi State Governor Dr. Nasir Idris has approved the elevation of Dr. Abubakar Attahiru Koaje to the position of Acting Chief Medical Director of the Kebbi Medical Centre in Kalgo. The announcement, made by the Head of Service, places an experienced public health administrator at the helm of a facility that has grown significantly through the relocation of key departments from Sir Yahaya Memorial Hospital.

ByKebbi Daily News|September 2, 2026Read More →

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ECONOMY

KEDCO Assures Full Power Restoration to Birnin Kebbi, Argungu and Yauri by Weekend After 330 kV Tower Collapse

Dr. Umar Abubakar-Hashidu, Managing Director of Kaduna Electric Distribution Company (KEDCO), has assured residents of Kebbi State that full electricity supply will return by the weekend following extensive repairs on the damaged 330 kV Kainji–Birnin Kebbi transmission line.

By Kebbi Daily News • 3h ago

MUHAMMAD ADAMU KICHINGA

Kichinga Nominated as Kebbi State Coordinator of PBAT Door-to-Door Movement

Muhammad Adamu Kichinga has been appointed Kebbi State Coordinator of the PBAT Door-to-Door Movement.

By Kebbi Daily News • Jul 11

FEDERAL MEDICAL CENTRE

Federal Medical Centres in Kebbi: A Case for Equity, Accessibility, and Balanced National Development

The siting of a tertiary healthcare facility like an FMC should transcend zonal or senatorial balancing acts.

By Habibu Bawa • Jul 11

KEBBI STATE VOTERS

Burning brooms do not change how Northerners cast their votes on election day

Many online videos show people burning brooms as a sign of leaving the All Progressives Congress (APC). But political leaders and voters in the state say such actions do not change how people cast their votes on election day

By Kebbi Daily News • Jun 5

KEBBI STATE

Why a ₦642 Billion Budget and a University Shake-up are Two Sides of the Same Coin

The story of Kebbi State in 2026 is often told through fragmented headlines.

By Kebbi Daily News • May 3

KEBBI STATE GOVERNMENT

Kebbi State Government Dissolves AFUSTA Governing Council, Removes Vice Chancellor and Principal Officers, Appoints Professor Samaila Mungadi as Sole Administrator

The Kebbi State Government has dissolved the Governing Council of Abdullahi Fodio University of Science and Technology, Aliero (AFUSTA) following a Visitation Panel report. The Vice Chancellor, two Deputy Vice Chancellors, Registrar, Bursar, and Abba Mohammed Adua have been relieved of their duties. Professor Samaila Arzika Mungadi has been appointed Sole Administrator to stabilize governance and restore academic integrity pending reconstitution of a new Governing Council.

By Kebbi Daily News • May 1

KEBBI STATE

Kebbi State Governor Activates APC Consensus Mechanism Ahead of 2027 Primaries

Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has inaugurated a consensus committee to harmonize interests among APC aspirants ahead of the 2027 party primaries. The panel, led by Ambassador Saidu Nasamu Dakingari, is tasked with reconciling differences and achieving a unified candidate slate without a direct primary.

By Kebbi Daily News • May 1