Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has bid farewell to 350 postgraduate students sponsored by the State Government to pursue higher studies abroad.
A statement issued by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, in Kano on Thursday said the students are a part of the 1,001 Postgraduate Foreign and Domestic Scholarship Scheme, and are set to commence their programs in India, Uganda, and Malaysia.
Addressing the students at the point of their departure in Malam Aminu Kano International Airport (MAKIA), Governor Yusuf urged them to take their studies seriously, emphasizing that the scholarship is both a privilege and a responsibility to excel academically.
Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf expressed confidence that the knowledge and skills the students acquire abroad would contribute positively to the development of Kano State and Nigeria as a whole.
He also admonished them to serve as good ambassadors of Kano State and Nigeria, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and values of the state and country while abroad.
The Governor prayed for their success and safe return upon completion of their studies.
Governor Yusuf reiterated his administration’s commitment to investing in the intellectual capital of Kano’s youth and assured the departing students of the government’s continued support and guidance throughout their academic journey.
The Governor was flanked during the event by his Deputy and Commissioner for Higher Education, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam Gwarzo; the Speaker of the Kano State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Isma’il Jibril Falgore
Others are the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Faruk Ibrahim; Chief of Staff, Dr. Suleiman Wali Sani (mni); members of the State Executive Council; other government officials; and parents of the benefiting students.
