Gov. Abba Yusuf of Kano, on Saturday, announced automatic employment for the state’s foreign scholarship programme graduates in engineering, medicine, pharmaceuticals and other health-related fields.

This is contained in a statement issued on Saturday in Kano by the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa.

The graduates were received at Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport by the deputy governor, Aminu Abdulsalam, commissioners and other top government officials.

According to Mr Dawakin-Tofa, the beneficiaries represent a diverse group of institutions, with 150 graduating from Sharda University, India.

They were part of 420 first class holders sponsored by the Kano state government under the 1000 foreign postgraduate scholarship scheme.

“Apart from the 150 graduates from Sharda University, there were 98 others from Mewar University, 58 graduates from Symbiosis University and 30 from Kalinga University.

“Also, there were 29 graduates from SR University, 23 graduates from Swarnim University and 33 from the Islamic University in Uganda, among others,” he said.

Mr Dawakin Tofa quoted the governor as commending the graduates for their hard work, dedication and outstanding performance.

Mr Yusuf said at a reception in honour of the returning graduates that the foreign scholarship programme was one of the cornerstones of his administration’s vision for human capital development.

He emphasised the programmme’s role in equipping young talents with advanced skills to drive progress across critical sectors in the state and beyond.

“This move underscores the administration’s commitment to addressing the shortage of skilled healthcare professionals and improving the state’s healthcare system and infrastructure development.

“This initiative is part of our mission to empower the youth and build a prosperous future for Kano state.

“We are proud of your achievements and are confident that you will contribute immensely to our development agenda,” Mr Yusuf said. 

(NAN)