With a heavy heart, Adamu Isah Babura, the All Progressives Congress (APC) contestant for the Babura/Garki Federal Constituency, has extended his condolences to Governor Namadi on the unfortunate loss of his mother, Hajiya Maryam, and his son.

In a heartfelt message, Babura expressed his deep sorrow over the tragic loss. “Your Excellency, sir. I am deeply saddened by the loss of your mother, Hajiya Maryam, and your son. My heart goes out to you and your family during this incredibly challenging time,” Babura stated.

He emphasized the enduring impact of Hajiya Maryam’s love, guidance, and legacy, which he believes will continue to inspire and strengthen Governor Namadi. “May the love, guidance, and legacy of your mother continue to inspire and strengthen you,” Babura added.

Babura also acknowledged the cherished moments with Governor Namadi’s son, hoping they bring comfort and peace during this difficult period. “Similarly, may the cherished moments with your son bring you comfort and peace,” he said.

In his message, Babura offered his sincerest condolences and prayed for eternal rest for the departed souls. “Please accept my sincerest condolences. May Allah grant your mother and son eternal rest and provide you with the strength to bear this immense loss,” Babura concluded.

The condolence message reflects the deep sense of community and support within the Babura/Garki Federal Constituency, as well as the shared grief over the loss experienced by Governor Namadi and his family.

The beneficiaries of the foreign post-graduate scholarship program of the Deputy President of the Senate, Senator Barau I Jibrin, have departed the Malam Aminu Kano International Airport to India on Sunday, where they will pursue courses in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and other fields.

Through the Barau I Jibrin Foundation (BIJF), 70 students from across the three senatorial districts of Kano State were selected for the first batch of scholarships.

For over an hour, the Deputy President of the Senate interacted with the beneficiaries at the airport. Full of joy and excitement, the young scholars reiterated their commitment to being good ambassadors of the country abroad.

“We will make you proud,” they assured the Deputy President of the Senate as they boarded Ethiopian Airlines.

Addressing the beneficiaries, Senator Barau said the initiative was part of his efforts to address the challenges facing the country’s education sector.

Advising them to remain good ambassadors of the country, Senator Barau charged them to focus on their studies and make the country proud by graduating with outstanding results, pointing out that everything has been provided to ensure that they have a conducive atmosphere of learning.

” I was impressed by their dedication, and I remain optimistic, Insha Allah, that they will become high flyers in their fields after graduation.

” This initiative is part of my efforts to address existing educational gaps and fast-track our country’s development. Globally, human capital is the number one asset, and it is against this backdrop that we have taken this step.

” Our youths are our greatest asset, and we recognise the vital role of human capital in developing every nation; ours is not an exception.

” In this regard, I feel that the best action is to support what President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is doing by providing access to education for the less privileged youth.

” Once they return, I will continue my efforts to provide the necessary support for them to be successful. This is part of an all-inclusive approach to their education and empowerment.

” Because of my passion for this project, I decided to be present to send them off and offer that fatherly support.
” Everything is top-notch. They are going to top-notch universities and well-established universities. Some are even going to national universities, not private ones. They will come back as first-class scholars, Insha Allah,” he said.

The Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Second Chance Programme has successfully enrolled 147 young girls and married women into learning centers in Kwankwaso town, Madobi Local Government Area of Kano State. This initiative is part of an ongoing campaign to provide educational opportunities for adolescent girls and young women.

Dr. Auwalu Halilu, Technical Assistant for the AGILE Second Chance Programme, made this announcement during the enrollment drive in Kwankwaso. He emphasized the importance of continuing the campaign to bring education to those who had previously missed out. “The essence is the continuation of the enrollment drive campaign for adolescent girls and young women. Today in Kwankwaso, we started with 147 mostly young girls who are hawking and others who are married young women. This is just the beginning in Madobi; we shall still continue,” Dr. Halilu stated.

Cross section of the women beneficiaries

He highlighted the successful turnout, noting the enthusiasm and determination among the young participants. “The turnout was successful, especially among young models. It has shown zeal and will to go back and learn. We hope to merge our efforts with the Agency of Mass Education. There are young models above 25 years of age which the agency of Mass education can take care of even within the AGILE programme. We need to collaborate because, at some point, AGILE alone cannot cover all the centers,” he added.

Dr Auwalu Halilu Technical assistant explaining a point

Dr. Halilu reiterated the programme’s commitment to supporting education in Kano State and aligning with the governor’s mandate to improve the educational system. “We are doing this to support the emergency of education in Kano State and the mandate of the governor to change the narrative about the system of education in Kano State,” he said.

Jamila Ibrahim, the lead person for Component 2.2c of the Second Chance AGILE Programme, mentioned that this was their second visit to Kwankwaso, and the participants had filled out forms with their guardians.

Beneficiaries expressed their gratitude for the opportunity to resume their education. Maimuna Rabiu Musa, one of the beneficiaries, shared her excitement, stating, “I am very grateful as I now return to continue my education with the permission of my husband. I previously stopped school when I was in SS2.”

Another beneficiary, Hadiza Shehu from Kwankwaso town, expressed her appreciation to the federal and state governments and the AGILE programme. “I am grateful for making it possible for me to come back to school free of charge. I previously left school when I was in JSS 3,” she said.