The Barau I. Jibrin Foundation has taken a significant step toward advancing education in Kano State by presenting admission letters to the first batch of 85 postgraduate scholarship beneficiaries. The ceremony, held on Monday at the Amani Event Centre in Kano metropolis, was presided over by the Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, who represents Kano North Senatorial District.
Scholars to Study Diverse Courses at Bayero University
The beneficiaries are set to pursue postgraduate studies at Bayero University, Kano, across a range of disciplines. The courses include Mathematics, Climate Change Management, Cyber Security, Applied Geophysics, Information Technology, Natural Resource and Climate Management, Physical Electronics, Software Engineering, and Computer Science, among others.
Speaking at the event, Senator Barau reaffirmed his commitment to supporting qualified and eligible students in pursuing their chosen courses at reputable universities within Nigeria and beyond. He emphasised that education remains central to his empowerment agenda for young people, particularly those in Kano North.
“I will continue to struggle to ensure that youth, especially in Kano North, are empowered through education to enable them to become useful members of society,” he said. “The number one driver of economic development is human capital development. If you build the youth, you build the nation.”
Artificial Intelligence and Robotics Courses Announced for Kabo University
Senator Barau also announced that the Federal University of Science and Technology, Kabo, will commence Artificial Intelligence and Robotics courses in the next academic session. He pledged to facilitate the initiative, describing education as a top priority.
“The Federal University of Science and Technology Kabo will commence Artificial Intelligence and Robotics courses next academic session. I will facilitate it by the grace of God. There is nothing as important as education. That is why we are giving priority to the sector,” he stated.
In addition to the admission letters, each of the 85 postgraduate students received a computer to support their studies. Senator Barau urged them to remain focused and work toward achieving their ambitions.
Over 10,000 Youths Empowered Through Direct Jobs
In his remarks, the Special Adviser to Senator Barau on Education, Kabiru Ado Lakwaya, noted that the lawmaker had provided direct jobs to more than 10,000 youths across the senatorial district. He encouraged the beneficiaries to make the most of the opportunity, which is designed to foster self-reliance and improve their socio-economic status.
The scholarship programme forms part of Senator Barau’s broader commitment to human capital development and the advancement of Kano State and Nigeria as a whole.
