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Kano owes foreign students N800m scholarship – Official
Nasiru Yusuf
The Kano State Scholarship Board on Thursday says it owes about N800 million debts for Kano indigenes studying abroad.
Kano Focus reports that the Executive Secretary of the board, Abubakar Zakari, disclosed this in an interview with journalists in Kano.
Mr Zakari however blamed the Rabiu Kwankwaso administration for amassing the debts.
“The present government of Governor Abdullahi Ganduje inherited about N8 billion debts for scholarships from the previous administration.
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“We were able to settle part of the debt when we came, but presently we owe about N800 million debts for Kano indigenes studying abroad.
“The government has continued to sponsor over 3,000 students in foreign countries left by the previous administration,” Mr Zakari said.
The Executive secretary said the government had spent over N8 billion on scholarships for Kano indigenes studying at home and abroad in the last five years.
He explained that at the moment, 162 students from Kano are studying in Sudan, France and other countries.
“Before the issue of COVID-19, we visited the students in Sudan and France, we were making arrangements to go to the other countries, but the pandemic stopped us.
“During this challenging period occasioned by the pandemic, we were able to send some funds to those students in France.
“But we are facing challenges to send to those students in Sudan, because the government there has restrictions on cash transfer.
“Therefore, we are doing everything possible to see that we send money to them so that they will not be stranded,” he said.
According to Zakari, the state government is also collaborating with France for postgraduate training for lecturers.
The executive secretary added that the Board plans to sponsor 1,000 students on skills acquisition training in China to enable them establish businesses on their return.
Mr Zakari further revealed that the board is making arrangements to commence e-payment for the allowance of Kano students studying in Nigeria.
“I wish to inform you that when schools resume, we are making plans to increase the allowances of those local students, which has been the same for the past 15 years.
“Since I assumed office, we have encouraged our local students to apply for the scholarships, and we have provided scratch cards for home students.”
He urged interested students to ensure that they use their personal accounts, as they would not accept third party accounts.
“We are also making arrangements to ensure that all institutions in the state give their host communities priority in terms of admission.
“Such is part of the institution’s corporate social responsibility to their host communities,” he said.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Society for Family Health has appointed Dayyabu Mahmud Yusuf as Group Director, Impact Partnership and Engagement, as well as Managing Director of RevoHealth HMO Ltd., in a move aimed at strengthening healthcare access and sustainable health systems across Nigeria and Africa.
KANO FOCUS reports that the appointment was announced on the organisation’s official Facebook page on Saturday.
According to SFH, the new leadership appointment signals the beginning of a fresh phase focused on improving impact, expanding access to healthcare services, and advancing sustainable health transformation initiatives across the continent.
The organisation stated that the appointment reflects its commitment to building integrated health systems and promoting innovative platforms in healthcare financing, workforce development, advisory services, and sustainable health interventions.
SFH expressed confidence that Yusuf’s leadership would further strengthen the organisation’s impact and deliver lasting value to communities across Nigeria and beyond.
Yusuf is a seasoned public health professional with more than 18 years of experience in the design and implementation of public health, social marketing, and health systems strengthening programmes in Nigeria.
He is widely recognised as a health systems expert, health economist, programme management specialist, and community engagement practitioner, with extensive experience in reproductive, maternal, newborn and child health (RMNCH), HIV/AIDS, malaria, child survival, and nutrition interventions.
He has also built strong technical expertise across the family planning and maternal, newborn and child health continuum, while leading large and complex teams on multiple development programmes.
Yusuf possesses strong advocacy and stakeholder engagement skills, having worked closely with senior government officials, lawmakers, and influential traditional and religious leaders to drive institutional and behavioural changes that support effective programme implementation.
A seasoned trainer, Yusuf has trained various cadres of health professionals and is known for his practical expertise in participatory community engagement approaches.
He holds a degree in Microbiology and a Master’s degree in Health Economics from Bayero University Kano, as well as an MSc in Microbiology from University of Abuja.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
A former Governor of Kano State Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, for ordering a fresh investigation into the disappearance of activist and lecturer Abubakar Idris Dadiyata.
KANO FOCUS reports that Kwankwaso made the remarks in a statement posted on his Facebook page on Saturday following recent testimony by a former aide to an ex-state governor, who allegedly claimed that police officers were responsible for Dadiyata’s disappearance in Kaduna.
Dadiyata, a lecturer and social media commentator, was abducted in 2019, and his whereabouts have remained unknown since then.
According to Kwankwaso, he and his associates have consistently advocated for a thorough investigation into the incident and for those responsible to be brought to justice.
He described the Inspector-General’s directive for a comprehensive investigation as a “decisive and long-overdue action,” expressing hope that the process would uncover the truth behind the disappearance.
The former governor also urged police authorities to place individuals named in the allegations under close surveillance to prevent interference with the investigation.
Kwankwaso further called on the government to ensure that Dadiyata, if found alive, and his family receive adequate compensation for the trauma and hardship they have endured over the years.
He commended members of the public for sustaining advocacy efforts on the case and also praised Abba Hikima Fagge for what he described as his important role in the latest developments surrounding the investigation.
Kwankwaso expressed optimism that the renewed probe would ultimately deliver truth and justice in the case.
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.
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