Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi state has donated N100 million to the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), for the construction of its state secretariat in Birnin Kebbi, the state capital.
The governor made the announcement Tuesday in Birnin Kebbi at the inauguration of Justice Sector Reform Team Steering Committee and unveiling of two additional units in the Ministry of Justice.
“I have considered your two requests for the building of a state secretariat and provision of transportation to lawyers.
“Although it is uncomfortable for lawyers going to courts to ride on commercial motorcycles, kabu-kabu, and in tricycles, keke NAPEP, I regard the construction of the secretariat paramount at the moment so that when the NBA is scheduled to hold a meeting in the state, it will not lack the accommodation to host guests,” he said.
Governor Nasir Idris gave assurance that his administration would provide lawyers with necessary means of transport, adding that he had made money available for the refurbishing of their grounded vehicle as an interim measure.
“I hold the judiciary in high esteem, and I am committed to justice sector reform for quick justice service delivery and access to justice by all, without hindrance.
“My assent to the justice reform bill initiated by my administration reflects my commitment to reform in the judicial system for efficiency, effectiveness and quick dispensation of justice.
“I have already made budgetary provision for justice reform in the 2024 budget of the state.
“I have improved welfare of judiciary staff, including their remunerations as well as infrastructural development,” he added.
The governor commended the House of Assembly for the speedy passage of the justice reform bill and contribution to justice sector reform in the state.
