The Kebbi State Government has pledged to settle indigenous contractors with geneniue documents working in the state, irrespective of political party affiliation.
Gov Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu gave the assurance while playing host to the Association of Indigenous Contractors, who paid a courtesy visit on him in Government House, Birnin Kebbi on Monday.
He said: “By the grace of God Almighty, I will do my best to settle your outstanding debts, including those owed by previous administration, provided you have genuine document to prove the debts.
“Every indigenous contractor will be considered irrespective of party affiliation. I want to emphasise that I have been prioritising local contractors in the state and I assure you that I will continue to do so.
“Let me use this medium to thank you for your support right from election up to now. This state is yours and the government is your government, it is a government of the people, by the people and for the people.”
The governor observed that issuing contract to indigenous contractors would not only create job opportunities for the teaming unemployed persons across the state but it would also enhance security.
Earlier, the Chairman of the association, Alhaji Nayaya Nachiso Ambursa appreciated the governor for given them the opportunity showcase their talents and expertise in project execution.
He assured the governor that they would put in their best to ensure that they deliver quality projects according to specification and within the stipulated period of contracts.
The chairman, however, pleaded for more support from government, especially in terms of quick payment to enable them deliver projects in good time.
The contractors also pledged total support to Kauran Gwandu’s administration towards actualising the dreams of the governor for a second tenure.
“We will like to state it clearly that we are 100 per cent behind you and we will continue to support you to victory,” he said.
