The wife of the Kebbi State Governor and Chairperson NANAS Foundation Hajiya Dr. Nafisa Nasir Idris, has donated N50 million to support women engaged in Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across the State, The donation was presented through her foundation NANAS, during the 6th edition of ‘Kebbi Business Expo Week’ held on Sunday 15/12/2024 at Azbir Arena, Birnin Kebbi.

Dr. Nafisa Nasir Idris stated that the initiative aligns with the Kauran Gwandu-led administration’s commitment to empowering women, enhancing their socio-economic contributions, and supporting their families during challenging economic times.
“Small businesses can significantly improve the lives of women and their families,” she said, encouraging beneficiaries to use the funds judiciously to grow sustainable ventures.
She also praised her husband, Governor Nasir Idris, for championing initiatives that uplift women, children, and vulnerable groups, including orphans and the less privileged.

Notable dignitaries at the event included the wife of the Katsina State Governor, Hajiya Fatima Dikko Radda, and Kebbi’s Commissioner for Women Affairs, Hajiya Halima Hassan Kamba.
Hajiya Fatima Radda, the wife of Katsina State Governor, lauded Kebbi State’s commitment to empowering women, particularly through the efforts of Hajiya Nafisa Nasir Idris.

Similarly, the Commissioner for Women Affairs, Hajiya Halima Hassan Kamba urged women entrepreneurs to register with the Ministry of Women Affairs to access state and federal government empowerment programs.
The event also featured a welcome address by the wife of the Secretary to the State Government, Hajiya Nana Asma’u Alkali, and an exhibition showcasing diverse products by women entrepreneurs.


One of the beneficiaries, Hajiya Bilksu Haliru, expressed gratitude for the initiative, calling on Governor Nasir Idris and his wife to sustain their support for women, recognizing their critical role in society.
The exhibition drew admiration from guests, including Hajiya Nafisa Nasir Idris and Hajiya Fatima Dikko Radda, who commended the creativity and resilience of Kebbi’s women entrepreneurs.

Signed,
Yahaya Sarki,
Special Adviser (SA) on Media and Publicity to the Kebbi State Governor,
Published; Comr. Mubashir Muhammed Special Assistant (S.A) to H.E Dr. Nafisa Nasir Idris wife of the kebbi state Governor & ICT Officer Nanas Foundation.