On Saturday, Governor Nasir Idris called on the Acting Chief Judge of Kebbi, Justice Umar Abubakar, to take necessary measures to decongest the prisons in the state.

The governor made this appeal during the swearing-in ceremony of the state's Acting Grand Khadi, Khadi Sadiq Umar-Muktar, who succeeded the retiring Khadi Tukur Sani-Argungu.

Governor Idris noted the significance of this plea, citing concerns raised about prison congestion in the state and also emphasized the importance of upholding justice, equity, and fairness to all citizens.

Governor Idris reassured the judiciary workers that his administration would prioritize their well-being and happiness. He pledged to maintain an open-door policy, welcoming constructive criticism, suggestions, and advice to foster positive development in the state.

“Going by my background, I am a teacher; a unionist and a labour leader who grew from local government level to state chairman and to become president of the largest trade union in Africa,’’ he said.

The governor assured that he would transform the state capital from “a glorified local government headquarters to a full-fledged state capital’’.