By Abdullahi Tukur
The Kebbi State Government has constituted a Local Organising Committee (LOC) to coordinate the successful hosting of the 2026 Nigeria Rights of Workers’ Summit scheduled to take place in Birnin Kebbi.
The committee was constituted with the approval of Governor Nasir Idris as part of preparations for the summit, which is scheduled to hold on August 6, 2026.
Kebbi Head of Service to Chair Organising Committee
According to a statement issued by the Office of the Head of Service, Alhaji Malami Shekare, the Head of the Civil Service will serve as Chairman of the Local Organising Committee.
The committee is expected to work closely with the main organising committee to ensure that all necessary arrangements are completed ahead of the summit.
Members of the Local Organising Committee include the Commissioner for Information and Culture, Alhaji Yakubu Ahmed BK; the State Chairman of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC); Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT); Chairman of the Trade Union Congress (TUC); Chairman of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA); and the Special Adviser to the Governor on Protocol.
The State Solicitor-General and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Justice, Hajiya Aishatu Abbas, will serve as Secretary of the committee.
Committee to Coordinate Summit Logistics
The statement said the committee has been mandated to liaise with the main organising committee to ensure the successful hosting of the 2026 Nigeria Rights of Workers’ Summit.
Its responsibilities include overseeing preparations for the event venue, coordinating accommodation arrangements and organising transportation for special guests arriving through the airport and moving within Birnin Kebbi.
The committee will also mobilise workers and other relevant stakeholders to participate actively in the summit.
Security Arrangements for Summit
As part of its responsibilities, the Local Organising Committee is expected to work closely with security agencies to ensure adequate security throughout the programme.
The collaboration is expected to help provide a safe and orderly environment for delegates, workers, government officials and other participants attending the summit.
Committee to Hold Inaugural Meeting
The inaugural meeting of the Local Organising Committee is scheduled to hold on Friday, July 31, 2026, as preparations intensify for the summit.
The 2026 Nigeria Rights of Workers’ Summit is expected to bring together workers, labour leaders, government representatives, legal professionals and other stakeholders to discuss issues affecting workers’ rights and welfare.
The Kebbi State Government is expected to continue preparations with relevant stakeholders to ensure the successful hosting of the event in Birnin Kebbi.
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