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Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf had the distinct honor of decorating 35 distinguished indigenes of Kano State, whose outstanding contributions have left an indelible mark across various fields. The event, which took place yesterday, was a night of pride, inspiration, and recognition, celebrating the brilliance and achievements of some of Kano's finest individuals.

The prestigious gathering brought together dignitaries from diverse sectors, including military officers, academics, public servants, engineers, and business leaders. Honored individuals included:

• Air Marshal Hassan Bala Abubakar, Chief of Air Staff
• Prof. Shehu Ahmad Said Galadanci, CON, Murshid of the National Mosque and renowned academic
• Dr. Nasiru Sani Gwarzo, Permanent Secretary, Federal Ministry of Education, and esteemed medical professional

In academia and other professional fields, the honorees included:

• Prof. Umma Abdullahi, the first female Professor of Mechanical Engineering from Kano
• Dr. Hadiza Galadanci, a renowned Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Prof. Nazifi Abdullahi Darma, a distinguished academic at the ECOWAS Commission

Also honored were:

• CP Hajiya Hauwa Ibrahim, one of Nigeria's highest-ranking female police officers and the first indigenous female Commissioner of Police from the Northwest geopolitical zone
• Engr. Mustapha Balarabe Shehu, President of the World Engineering Forum
• Major General M.S. Ahmed, Major General Sani Sumaila Ibrahim, and Air Vice Marshal M. Yusuf, who were recognized for their unwavering commitment to national defense.

The ceremony was a celebration of Kano's enduring legacy of excellence.