Arrangements have been concluded for the commissioning of the newly established LEAD 91.1 FM Radio Station in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State even as the Governor marks his 61st birthday.
The station, owned by Optimal Image Media Services under the Chairmanship of Alhaji Shuaibu Yusuf Mungadi, is scheduled to be commissioned by Comrade Governor Dr. Nasir Idris on Monday, 11th August, 2026.
This was contained in a statement by Abdullahi Idris Sadaukin Zuru, Special Adviser on Communication and Strategy to the Governor.
With the establishment of the Birnin Kebbi station, Optimal Image Media Services now operates five media outfits across the region. These include stations in Gusau, Zamfara State; Katsina; Abuja; and 3rd Eye Africa Television in Abuja, an addition of LEAD 91.1 FM that marks the organization’s continued expansion and commitment to credible broadcasting in Northern Nigeria.
LEAD 91.1 FM becomes the sixth privately owned FM radio station* in Kebbi State and is expected to provide quality programming and news coverage to a wide audience across Gwandu and Argungu Emirates in Kebbi State, as well as Yabo and Tambuwal Local Government Areas of Sokoto State.
Ahead of the commissioning, the management has completed the installation of state-of-the-art digital broadcasting equipment and facilities
In line with sustainable energy practices, the station will be powered by solar-generated sources*.
The establishment of LEAD 91.1 FM is also in direct response to Governor Nasir Idris’s consistent appeal to indigenous entrepreneurs to return home and invest in various sectors of the economy. The initiative is expected to contribute to the socio-economic development of Kebbi State and create employment opportunities for the people.
Members of the press, government officials, traditional rulers, and stakeholders in the media industry are expected to grace the commissioning ceremony.
Meanwhile, the statement disclosed that Governor Idris has clocked 61 years.
According to the statement, at 61, Comrade Nasir Idris( Kauran Gwandu) has proven to be a special gift and blessing to the people of Kebbi State.
From his days as an internationally recognized labour unionist, to serving our country in different capacities, and now as the democratically elected Executive Governor of Kebbi State, his commitment to transforming the socio-economic well-being of our people is clear.
As we celebrate his 61st birthday, may Allah SWT continue to grant him sound health, more courage, and abundant wisdom to continue his purposeful and impactful leadership for the people of Kebbi State beyond 2027.
Congratulations to a God-sent messiah.
