The Special Adviser to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf on Cooperative Groups, Jamilu Abbas, has extended heartfelt congratulations to the Governor for receiving the prestigious Golden Award from the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT). The award was presented during the 2024 World Teachers’ Day celebration, held in Abuja.

The NUT Golden Award is a testament to Governor Yusuf’s commitment to education and his administration’s significant strides in improving the welfare of teachers and the quality of education in Kano State. The Governor’s policies, aimed at enhancing the teaching profession, have not gone unnoticed, earning him national recognition on such a prominent platform.

In a congratulatory message, Jamilu Abbas praised Governor Yusuf’s dedication to uplifting the standard of education in the state. He highlighted various initiatives implemented by the Governor’s administration, including the renovation of schools, provision of teaching materials, and a focus on teacher training programs. According to Abbas, these efforts have made Kano State a model for educational reforms in Northern Nigeria.

Abbas also acknowledged the Governor’s ongoing support for teachers’ welfare, stating that his administration has ensured timely payment of salaries and benefits, as well as improved working conditions for educators. These actions have boosted the morale of teachers across the state, creating a more conducive learning environment for students.

The World Teachers’ Day celebration, which took place in Abuja, saw the participation of various state governors, educators, and educational stakeholders from across the country. The event served as a platform to honor teachers’ dedication to nurturing the next generation and recognize individuals and governments that have shown exceptional support for education.

Jamilu Abbas expressed optimism that Governor Yusuf’s award will inspire further advancements in the state’s educational sector. He reaffirmed the government’s commitment to sustaining these efforts and ensuring that teachers continue to receive the support they need to perform their vital role in society.

Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s Golden Award is not just a personal achievement; it is a victory for Kano State and all the teachers who work tirelessly to shape the future of our children,” Abbas said. “This recognition underscores the Governor’s vision of making education a priority in his administration, and we remain committed to this cause.”

Kano State Commissioner for Works, Engineer Marwan Ahmad, has praised Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for receiving the Golden Award from the Nigeria Union of Teachers during the 2024 World Teachers’ Day celebration held in Abuja.

Engineer Marwan Ahmad made this statement in an interview with Abba Hamisu of Time Base Television.

The commissioner said the award is a testament to Governor Yusuf’s untiring efforts in improving infrastructure in Kano’s primary schools, which had been in a state of dilapidation for the past eight years.

He added that the governor has renovated hundreds of schools in the state and provided infrastructure like desks and instructional materials.

The commissioner also noted that, in addition to primary schools, the governor is working tirelessly to ensure the renovation of all schools in the state, including secondary and post-secondary institutions.

He said the Golden Award given to Governor Yusuf by the NUT is a significant acknowledgment of the governor’s strides in infrastructure development across the state.

 By Salisu Baso

As part of its efforts to modernize its operation, Kano State Censorship Board has organized first Maulad celebration to commemorate the birth of Prophet Muhammad SAW, for the Amalgamation of Islamic Singers in Kano.

The occasion which attract all Islamic Singers  both male and female from nook and corners of the state.

Speaking at the occasion the state governor, Engr Abba Kabir Yusuf who was represented by the Commissioner of Information Hon Baba Halilu Dantiye reiterated the administration commitments to continue its support and cooperation towards promoting Islamic culture and tradition of Prophet Muhammad SAW and his companions.

He commended the management of the Censorship Board for collaborating with the Amalgamation of Islamic Singers to organise the celebrations.

He called on the state owned media houses to emulate Censorship Board in initiating meaningful programmes of promoting moral values among youth in the state.

In his address, the Executive Secretary of the Board, Alhaji Abba El-Mustpha said the purpose of organising the Maulad celebration was part of the steps taken to modernize its operations of engaging all stakeholders to between regulations and creative freedom.

He further said the board has also conducts training and workshop to educate contents  creators on the regulatory framework and the importance of producing cultural sensitive content.

The Executive Secretary further explained that the board as a regulatory body is primarily objective to oversee and regulate the contents of films, music and other forms of entertainment within the state and also to ensure all media produced or distributed in Kano State aligns with the cultural, religious and moral values of the predominantly Muslim population.

In his remarks, the CHAIRMAN, Kano State Sharia COMMISSION, Gwani Dr Yushau Abdullahi Bichi commended the management of state Censorship Board for its fast track in organising the Maulad celebration among government organizations in the state adding the commission has plan to organise its Maulad celebration as the state governor, Engr Abba Kabir Yusuf has already approved the released.

He therefore commended the Islamic Singers for their contributions in enlighten general public on the importance of producing Islamic songs.