Mohammed Babagana Abubakar
A leader’s true priorities are not found in his speeches, but in his budget. In a historic move that has captured the attention of the entire nation, Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has signed the 2026 “Budget of Infrastructure, Inclusive Growth, and Sustainable Development.”
At the heart of this N1.477 trillion document is a groundbreaking commitment: 30% of the total budget (N432.4 billion) is dedicated to Education.
This is not just a statistic; it is a revolution. But for a revolution to succeed, the people must understand its value. This is where the leadership of Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, the Honorable Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, becomes vital.
As the Limamin Kano First, he is the one ensuring that every parent in the 44 LGAs knows that their child’s future is the government’s highest priority.
Beyond the Numbers: What 30% Means for Kano
While N432.4 billion is a staggering figure, Comrade Waiya’s mission is to translate that number into reality for the common man. Under his communication strategy, the “Kano First” agenda for education is broken down into visible benefits:
The State Free Education Program: Ensuring that economic status is never a barrier to a child’s dreams.
School Feeding & Welfare: Nutritious meals for boarding students to power their learning.
Infrastructure Renaissance: The construction and renovation of thousands of classrooms to end overcrowding.
Scholarship Sustenance: Continued support for both local and foreign scholarships, alleviating the financial burden on struggling families.
Education is the ultimate “Internal Affair.” Comrade Waiya recognizes that an educated population is a secure and prosperous one. By utilizing his background in civil society and rights-based communication, he has turned the Ministry of Information into a classroom for the public.
Through his engagements with school authorities, parent-teacher associations, and student unions, he has fostered a sense of collective ownership.
He has made it clear that while the Governor provides the funds, the community must provide the guardianship over these schools and materials.
Part of the “Human Capital Revolution” is the welfare and training of our educators. Comrade Waiya has been a vocal advocate for the recruitment and digital training of teachers. He understands that a 21st-century classroom requires a 21st-century teacher.
By highlighting these reforms, he is restoring the dignity of the teaching profession in Kano.
The 30% benchmark is a covenant between Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and the people of Kano. To keep that covenant strong, the Limamin Kano First Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya remains at the forefront, bridging the gap between policy and the people.
When we invest in education, we are not just spending money; we are planting seeds for a harvest of doctors, engineers, and leaders who will carry Kano into the future.
With Waiya’s clear and passionate communication, that future has never looked brighter.
