Sani Dutsinma
Governor Nasir Idris of Kebbi State has pledged to sustain the annual mass wedding programme initiated by his wife, Hajiya Nafisa Nasir Idris, describing it as a noble initiative that strengthens families, promotes Islamic values, and supports vulnerable members of society.
Speaking at the third edition of the State Mass Wedding Programme held at the Haliru Abdu Stadium in Birnin Kebbi, Governor Idris said the initiative would continue every year, by the grace of Allah, for as long as his administration remained in office.
The governor commended his wife for conceiving and sustaining the programme, describing her as compassionate and dedicated to the welfare of women, widows, orphans, and other disadvantaged groups.
He also pledged continued support for humanitarian programmes implemented by the NANA’S Foundation.
Governor Idris congratulated the 300 couples joined in matrimony and urged them to build their homes on love, patience, mutual respect, and understanding in accordance with the teachings of Islam. He prayed for lasting peace, happiness, and prosperity in their marriages.
Earlier, Chairman of the Organising Committee, Alhaji Suleiman Muhammad Argungu, Jarman Kabi, said the programme, organised by the NANA’S Foundation with the support of the Kebbi State Government through the Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Development, had continued to record remarkable success since its inception.
In her remarks, the founder of the NANA’S Foundation and Wife of the Governor, Hajiya Nafisa Nasir Idris, thanked Almighty Allah for the successful conduct of the third edition of the programme.
She urged the newly married couples to live peacefully, uphold the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW), faithfully discharge their responsibilities, and preserve the sanctity of marriage.
She also appreciated Governor Nasir Idris for his unwavering support and thanked members of the organising committee, donors, and other stakeholders for their contributions.
She said the initiative was conceived to encourage marriage in line with Islamic teachings while promoting stable families and peaceful communities.