award was presented during the celebration of World Teachers’ Day 2024 at Eagle Square, Abuja, in a vibrant event organized in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education.
event brought together teachers from across the 36 states of Nigeria to honor the significant contributions made to the education sector.
At the occasion,governor Yusuf was recognized with the NUT Golden Award for his transformative efforts in rescuing Kano’s education sector from years of decay and neglect.
Speaking at the occasion, the
NUT National Chairman, Comrade Titus Ambe, disclised that only six governors were selected for this honor, based on their unwavering commitment to advancing education, particularly through the support of teachers’ welfare and continuous training.
While, Governor Yusuf’s accomplishments were highlighted, including his administration’s allocation of 29.9% of Kano’s 2024 budget to education and his declaration of a state of emergency in the sector, which has significantly improved both infrastructure and access to quality education in the state.
However,at the occasion
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Senator George Akume, commended the governors for their dedication.
When speaking on behalf of the six awardees, which included the Governors of Borno, Oyo, Benue, Enugu, and Kebbi states, Governor Yusuf reaffirmed his commitment to further investing in education, emphasizing the importance of sustaining progress to ensure future generations thrive.
Meanwhile,the Kano State Deputy Governor, Comrade Aminu Abdussalam Gwarzo, has congratulated Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for being named Best Governor by the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT) during the World Teachers’ Day Celebration celebration at Eagles Square, Abuja.
Gwarzo described the award as well-deserved, citing Governor Yusuf’s commitment to education, particularly in the recruitment of teachers under the Better Education Service Delivery for All (BESDA) program.
He also highlighted the governor’s efforts in renovating schools and supplying learning materials across the state, sponsoring students for foreign scholarships and establishing Qur’anic study centers among others.
He praised the Governor Abba’s led administration’s focus on improving the quality of education, noting that the initiatives have impacted both students and teachers in Kano.
Gwarzo then expressed confidence that Governor Yusuf would continue to lead educational reforms, further advancing the sector in the state.
