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Sha’aban awards N57m scholarship, empowers women
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Executive Secretary Almajirai and Out of School Children Commission, Shaaban Ibrahim Sharada, has sponsored 32 Students evacuated from Sudan continue their educational pursuits AlKalam University, Katsina.
KANO FOCUS reports that Sharada announced donation of 50 million Naira to benefitting students from Kano municipal council who were initially studying in Sudan and have to transfer due to crisis.
The outgoing member of the House of Representatives from Kano’s municipal Federal Constituency and the current Executive Secretary of the Almajirai and Out-of-School Children Commission of Nigeria, announced significant educational initiatives, as he assumed office.
As part of the new initiative, the Secretary said, he has role out a total of 32 scholarships to Students worth over 7 million Naira to pursue their education at the Open University.
Sha’aban made the Donation, Sunday, in Kano, during the release of the Scholarship donation program, an event which was attended by representatives from various organizations, including Smedan (Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria), ICPC (Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission), and the National Boundary Commission.
Sha’aban noted with admiration that the presence of corporate bodies at the event highlighted the collaborative efforts and commitment to empowerment and sustainability.
He emphasized his dedication to the commission’s mission and assured attendees that his appointment will make a significant impact.
He further pledged to continue supporting educational initiatives, stating that the trend of providing scholarships and grants would continue in collaboration with his successor, Engineer Sagir Koki.
As part of the event, cash grants were also distributed to various categories. The heads of political parties, particularly those affiliated with the APC, were each awarded 100,000 Naira.
While the second category received 50,000 Naira each, while the third category was granted 30,000 Naira each. The total cash grant beneficiaries numbered over 1,300 individuals.
Gwani Yahuza Gwani Danzarga expressed gratitude on behalf of the community for having Shaaban Ibrahim Sharada as the Executive Secretary of the Almajirai and Out-of-School Children Commission.
He emphasized that Sharada’s appointment was well-deserved and expressed confidence in his ability to make a positive impact on the commission’s objectives.
Benga from SMEDAN acknowledged the grants and scholarships offered by the Sharada Elders, recognizing the significance of the financial support in promoting entrepreneurship and economic development among the youth.
The cash grants were distributed in batches, reflecting the commitment to fair and equitable allocation of resources.
The event concluded with the presentation of a 50 million Naira check to Alqalam University and a 7 million Naira check to the Open University, symbolizing the commitment to investing in education and fostering a brighter future for the youth.
The initiatives undertaken by the Sharada Elders and the support provided to students and entrepreneurs demonstrate a concerted effort towards sustainable development and empowerment. With their dedication to education and economic opportunities, the Sharada Elders are setting an example for other communities to follow in their quest for progress and prosperity
In a bid to promote sustainability and empower the youth, the Sharada Elders, led by Head Sani A Sani, said Honourable Sha’aban Ibrahim Sharada has initiated several programmes aimed at supporting education and entrepreneurship.
The efforts were inaugurated amidst celebrations after their recent election victory, with a strong emphasis on competence and consistency among the youth.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has expressed deep sorrow over the death of former Kano State Commissioner of Finance and renowned academic, Professor Kabiru Isa Dandago.
KANO FOCUS reports that the governor’s reaction was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Director General, Media and Publicity, Government House, Kano.
Governor Yusuf described the late Prof. Dandago as a dedicated public servant and accomplished scholar whose contributions to education and governance left lasting footprints in Kano State.
He noted that the former finance commissioner served the state with integrity and commitment and was widely respected for his professionalism, humility and passion for knowledge.
According to the governor, Kano State has lost a valuable son whose experience and wisdom greatly enriched both public service and the academic community.
Governor Yusuf extended his heartfelt condolences to the family of the deceased, the academic community and the people of Kano State over what he described as an irreparable loss.
He prayed that Almighty Allah forgives the shortcomings of the late Prof. Dandago, grants him Aljannatul Firdaus and gives his family and loved ones the fortitude to bear the loss.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The National President of the Government Arabic Teachers College Gwale Old Students Association (GATCOSA), Professor Kabiru Isa Dandago, is dead.
KANO FOCUS reports that Prof. Dandago, a renowned Professor of Accountancy at Bayero University Kano, died on Wednesday evening. His passing has thrown the academic community and associates into mourning.
In a message shared on GATCOSA’s WhatsApp platform, a Director at the Kano State Ministry of Higher Education, Alhaji Nura Dandago, announced that the funeral prayer for the late professor would be held on Thursday at 9:00 a.m. at his residence in Rijiyar Zaki Quarters, Kano.
Until his death, Prof. Dandago served as the National President of GATCOSA and was widely respected for his contributions to education and public service. He previously served as Commissioner for Finance in Kano State during the administration of former Governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
Just last Saturday, the late academic presented a paper on economic challenges in Northern Nigeria at a Ramadan Lecture organised by the Islamic Forum of Nigeria, where he spoke passionately about strategies for economic reform and regional development.
Colleagues and admirers described Prof. Dandago as a dedicated scholar and public servant who was deeply committed to building a prosperous and self-reliant nation. His death marks the end of a distinguished career in academia and public service.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The basketball team of Bayero University Kano (BUK) has emerged champions of the Northwest 3×3 Basketball Championship hosted by Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria.
KANO FOCUS reports that the victorious team presented the championship trophy to the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Haruna Musa, following their impressive performance at the tournament, which featured six universities from across Northern Nigeria.
BUK went unbeaten throughout the competition, winning all six matches and sealing the title with a thrilling 20–18 victory over the host institution, ABU Zaria, in the final.
In the group stage, BUK recorded a 10–0 win against Northwest University, Kano, and defeated the Air Force Institute of Technology 33–20. The team also edged the Federal University of Education, Kano, 11–9, before securing another dominant 10–0 victory over the Federal University of Transportation, Daura. They capped their remarkable run with the narrow 20–18 triumph in the final.
The victory marks BUK’s second championship title in the history of the competition, reinforcing the university’s growing reputation in collegiate sports.
Receiving the team, the Vice-Chancellor congratulated the athletes for bringing pride to the institution and urged them to sustain and surpass their current achievements. He reaffirmed the management’s commitment to strengthening sports development in the university and pledged continued institutional and individual support for the players’ sporting careers.
The presentation ceremony concluded with the formal handover of the trophy and cash rewards to the athletes in recognition of their discipline, teamwork and excellence.
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