The newly elected President of the National Union of Kebbi State Students (NUKESS), Comrade Baffa Lawal Musa, has reaffirmed the commitment of Kebbi State students to supporting the education policies and programmes of Governor Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, while commending his administration for its sustained investment in students’ welfare and educational development.
Comrade Baffa made this declaration on Thursday, October 29, 2026, while delivering his acceptance speech shortly after he and other members of the union’s executive council were affirmed for a second term at the 15th National Convention of NUKESS, held at the union’s State Secretariat in Gesse.
He praised Governor Nasir Idris for demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing education and improving the welfare of students across Kebbi State, noting that the administration’s policies and programmes had strengthened students’ confidence in the government and fostered a greater sense of inclusion among the student community.
The Chief Press Secretary to Kebbi State Governir, Ahmed Idris, in a statement said in a statement that the union leader praises the governor’s consistent support for students and educational activities reflects his recognition of education as a critical instrument for human capital development and the future prosperity of the state.
“The governor is our father, and he has continued to demonstrate genuine fatherly care and support for us. In recognition of his commitment to our welfare and educational advancement, we have endorsed him for a second term in office,” he declared.
Comrade Baffa and other members of the union’s executive council were affirmed unopposed, following consultations and a consensus reached among relevant stakeholders.
The NUKESS president assured students that his renewed mandate would be guided by a commitment to unity, peaceful coexistence, accountability and effective representation of the interests of Kebbi State students.
He further pledged to strengthen collaboration with government institutions, educational authorities and other stakeholders to promote students’ welfare, encourage academic excellence and advance the broader objectives of educational development in the state.
Speaking at the convention, the Chairman of the Convention Planning Committee, Kabir M. Abubakar, explained that the decision to return the incumbent executive members for a second term followed extensive consultations and deliberations among stakeholders.
He said the process culminated in a consensus endorsing Comrade Baffa Lawal Musa and other members of the executive council to continue in office for another term.
“Following consultations and discussions with all relevant stakeholders, the committee agreed that the president, Comrade Baffa Lawal Musa, and other executive members should be affirmed . The stakeholders involved endorsed and signed the agreement,” he stated.
Kabir M. Abubakar expressed appreciation to Governor Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris and other key stakeholders for their contributions to the successful conduct of the convention, noting that their support helped ensure a smooth process and further strengthened the union.
The convention reaffirmed the importance of unity, constructive engagement and cooperation among student leaders and other stakeholders in advancing the educational interests of Kebbi State students.
