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Kano: Gov. Yusuf Welcomes 150 Foreign Scholarship Graduates
..Grants Automatic Employment to Engineering, Health Related Professional
Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has warmly welcomed 150 beneficiaries of the state’s foreign postgraduate scholarship programme who returned after completing their master’s degrees at top international universities.
In a statement by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the students arrived at Malam Aminu Kano International Airport at 12:55 p.m., on Saturday where they were received by the governor, his deputy, and other top government officials, including commissioners.
The beneficiaries represent a diverse group of institutions, with 150 graduating from Sharda University, India were part of 420 first class holders who are sponsored by Kano state government under the 1000,1 foriegn postgraduste scholarship scheme.
Apart from the 150 graduates from Sharda Univeesity, the were 98 from students from Mewar University, 58 from Symbiosis University, 30 from Kalinga University, 29 from SR University, 23 from Swarnim University, and 33 from the Islamic University in Uganda (IUIU) among others.
Governor Yusuf, in a grand reception held in Kano government house, commended the students for their hard work and dedication and outstanding performance, noting that the foreign scholarship programme is a cornerstone of his administration’s vision for human capital development.
He emphasized the programmme’s role in equipping young talents with advanced skills to drive progress across critical sectors.
In a remarkable gesture, the governor announced automatic employment for graduates in engineering, medicine, pharmaceutical, and other health-related fields.
This move underscores the administration’s commitment to addressing the shortage of skilled healthcare professionals and improving the state’s healthcare system and infrastructure development.
“This initiative is part of our mission to empower the youth and build a prosperous future for Kano state. We are proud of your achievements and are confident that you will contribute immensely to our development agenda,” Governor Yusuf stated.
The foreign postgraduate scholarship scheme, a flagship initiative of the Governor Yusuf administration, continues to provide international exposure and advanced training for Kano’s brightest minds.
It could be recalled that Governor Yusuf paid a visit to Indian universities where Kano state postgraduate students were sponsored to study masters degrees.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has announced that its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains unchanged, reaffirming its commitment to stability in Nigeria’s domestic energy market.
In a statement issued by Esan Sunday, Head of Media Relations, Branding and Communication, the company said sustaining the current price reflects its efforts to cushion the broader economy against external shocks. It noted that by absorbing prevailing cost pressures, the refinery is helping to moderate inflationary risks, promote energy affordability, and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply amid ongoing global uncertainties.
The company reiterated its dedication to the steady supply of high-quality petroleum products to the Nigerian market, while aligning with national objectives of price stability and energy security.
It also urged the public to rely solely on official communications from the refinery for accurate and up-to-date information regarding its operations and pricing.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo on his emergence as the Deputy Governor of Kano State following his swearing-in on Tuesday.
KANO FOCUS reports that Garo was sworn in by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf after being nominated to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former deputy governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Garo’s appointment as a positive step toward strengthening unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State.
The President noted that the 48-year-old politician has held several public offices, including Chairman of Kabo Local Government Area and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs during the administration of former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. He also served as the APC governorship running mate in the 2023 general elections.
Tinubu commended Governor Yusuf for the appointment, urging political stakeholders in the state to rally behind the administration to ensure stability and progress.
He also called on the new deputy governor to work closely with the governor in delivering effective leadership and accelerating development in Kano State.
The President wished Garo success in his new role.
Ibrahim Khalil
A dramatic political moment unfolded in Kano on Tuesday as former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje publicly acknowledged Muhammad Sanusi II as the Emir of Kano and Chairman of the Kano State Council of Emirs.
KANO FOCUS reports that the unexpected gesture occurred during the swearing-in ceremony of the newly appointed Deputy Governor, Murtala Sule Garo, at Government House, Kano—an event attended by top political leaders and traditional rulers.
While delivering his goodwill message, Ganduje addressed Sanusi by his full royal title, drawing immediate attention from dignitaries at the ceremony. The audience responded with loud applause when he greeted the Emir and recognised his position as head of the Kano Emirate Council.
The development is particularly significant given the long-standing rift between the two figures. Sanusi was removed from the throne during Ganduje’s administration, a decision that sparked widespread political and legal controversy at the time.
However, the political landscape shifted following the emergence of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, under whose administration Sanusi was reinstated as Emir of Kano.
Observers say Ganduje’s public acknowledgment signals a possible easing of tensions and may point to broader efforts at reconciliation within Kano’s political and traditional institutions.
The moment has since been described by analysts as a “twist of fate” in Kano politics, where former rivalries appear to be giving way to cautious gestures of respect among key actors.
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