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Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, has declared Monday, June 2, 2025, a public holiday to sympathize with the families of athletes who lost their lives in a tragic auto accident. The accident, which occurred on the Kano-Zaria expressway, claimed 22 lives and left several others seriously injured. The victims were returning from the National Sports Festival.

The governor expressed deep sorrow and extended heartfelt condolences to the families of the victims. In a statement, he described the tragedy as a dark moment for the state and called for calm and unity during this difficult period.

The public holiday will allow the people of Kano to pray and sympathize with the families of the victims. The state has also called on Imams and Muslims to pray for the departed souls and their families to bear the loss.

The governor assured that all necessary efforts are being made to support the victims and their families. He extended his condolences to the families of the deceased and mourned with them, sharing in their grief.

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has paid N2.24 billion to clear the outstanding tuition and accommodation fees of 84 students stranded in Northern Cyprus. The students, initially sponsored under a foreign scholarship scheme introduced by former Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, were abandoned after the administration of Abdullahi Umar Ganduje discontinued funding.

The students faced severe financial and emotional trauma, with some facing legal threats from their host institution, Near East University in Cyprus. They were locked out of classrooms, evicted from accommodations, and ridiculed abroad. The situation drew widespread criticism from human rights groups and diaspora communities.

With the fees settled, the students can now receive their certificates and pursue their careers. The beneficiaries include 28 medical students and others studying paramedical and engineering courses, such as MBBS, BSc./MSc Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Computer Science, and Biomedical Sciences.

Key Highlights:

• Total Amount Paid: N2.24 billion
• Number of Students: 84
• Courses Affected: Medicine, Nursing, Dentistry, Pharmacy, Computer Science, Biomedical Sciences, and Engineering

Next Steps: Automatic employment into the Kano State Civil Service

Governor Yusuf's action has brought relief to the students and their families, with many parents moved to tears upon hearing the news. The development has been widely praised by education advocates and human rights organizations.

Development partners have lauded Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf's administration for its sweeping education reforms in Kano State, recognizing the bold interventions aimed at transforming the sector. Representatives from major development partners, including UNICEF, the World Bank AGILE Project, PLANE (FCDO), K-SAFE, and CSACEFA, praised the governor for demonstrating strong political will and commitment to revamping basic and post-basic education in the state.

Key Highlights

• Recognition of Reforms: The development partners commended the governor's administration for its efforts in improving the education sector, citing improved learning conditions and policy direction as key indicators of success.
• Support for Initiatives: UNICEF praised the governor's investments in instructional materials, digital learning, and teacher recruitment, describing them as "strategic and sustainable." The organization pledged to continue supporting the state in areas such as girl-child education, inclusive learning, and teacher training.
• Solarization of Schools: The World Bank-supported AGILE Project applauded the state government's plan to solarize 200 public schools and equip each with 250 computers, ensuring equitable access to technology and preparing students for the digital economy.
• Security Measures: The K-SAFE programme commended the governor for recruiting 17,600 security guards to man public schools, ensuring a safe and secure environment for students and teachers.
• Inclusive Approach: The Civil Society Action Coalition on Education for All (CSACEFA) praised the administration's inclusive approach to policy-making, noting that civil society has been fully engaged in planning, monitoring, and evaluation of ongoing reforms.

Governor's Response
Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation for the support of development partners and reiterated his administration's resolve to continue investing in both infrastructure and human capital components of education. "Our collective goal is to ensure that every child in Kano, regardless of background, has access to quality, safe, and inclusive education," he said.

Education Agenda

The governor's education agenda has featured key interventions, including:

• Distribution of N2.8 billion worth of instructional materials
• Recruitment of 4,000 BESDA staff
• Solarization of schools
• Introduction of a N200 million teacher vehicle loan scheme
• Large-scale security deployment to schools across the state.

The Governor of Kano State, His Excellency Abba K. Yusuf, has made significant announcements aimed at enhancing the state's education system. Speaking during the distribution of educational materials at the Kano State Government House on Monday, May 12, 2025, the Governor outlined four key initiatives.

Key Initiatives:

1. Permanent Employment for BESDA Staff: Governor Abba K. Yusuf has directed the immediate recruitment of 4,000 BESDA casual staff into permanent and pensionable positions, providing job security and stability for these employees.
2. Instructional Materials Distribution: The Governor distributed N2.8 billion worth of instructional materials to Kano public schools, ensuring that students and teachers have the necessary resources to enhance learning outcomes.
3. Solarization of Schools: Governor Yusuf announced plans to solarize 200 Kano schools, equipping each with 250 computers. This initiative aims to improve access to technology and digital literacy among students, preparing them for the challenges of the modern world.
4. Security Enhancement: To ensure a safe learning environment, the Governor directed the recruitment of 17,600 security guards for public schools in Kano. This measure is expected to enhance the safety and security of students, teachers, and staff across the state.

These initiatives underscore the Governor's commitment to improving the education sector in Kano State and providing a conducive learning environment for students.