09/08/2026
GOV. IDRIS COMMENDS COMMUNITY EFFORT AS HE COMMISSIONS EMIR ZAYYANU JUMU’AT MOSQUE IN YAURI
Press Release
Kebbi State Governor, Comrade Dr. Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, on Friday commissioned the newly completed Emir Zayyanu Jumu’at Mosque located at Tudun Gwabna GRA in Yauri Local Government Area.
The mosque, named after the Emir of Yauri, His Royal Highness Dr. Muhammad Zayyanu Abdullahi, was inaugurated by the Governor shortly before the commencement of the Jumu’at prayer.
The project was executed through the collective efforts and contributions of the host community, with support from the Kebbi State Government and other public-spirited individuals.
The Emir of Yauri, His Royal Highness Dr. Muhammad Zayyanu Abdullahi, accompanied by members of the Yauri Emirate Council, Islamic scholars and hundreds of Muslim faithful, witnessed the commissioning ceremony before observing the Friday congregational prayer in the newly commissioned mosque.
Speaking during the inauguration, Governor Nasir Idris commended the people of the community for their unity, commitment and collective spirit in executing the project through communal effort.
He also appreciated the immediate past administration of Senator Abubakar Atiku Bagudu for its donation of ₦20 million towards the construction of the mosque, describing the gesture as a worthy investment in the promotion of Islam and community development.
The Governor urged wealthy individuals and other well-meaning members of the public to continue supporting religious and community development projects, stressing that such initiatives promote peace, unity and moral values in society.
Responding, the Emir of Yauri, His Royal Highness Dr. Muhammad Zayyanu Abdullahi, expressed profound appreciation to Governor Nasir Idris for honouring the Emirate with his presence to commission the mosque.
The Emir also commended the Governor for his unwavering commitment to improving security across Yauri Emirate and Kebbi State, noting that the administration’s sustained support for security agencies has continued to restore public confidence and enhance peaceful coexistence in the area.
Signed:
Yahaya Sarki
Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the Governor of Kebbi State
7/8/2026