Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf has reiterated his administration commitment to support youths to foster economic development.
The Independent Mirror reports that the Governor stated this at his office when All Progressive Congress Youths wing paid him a courtesy call on Friday.
In a press release issued by Mustapha Muhammad, the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor on Friday, Governor Yusuf who promised that, this year is for youths, believes that no development would be achieved without fully participation of youths.
He added ” that is why present administration keeps on empowering youths and offer them opportunities in government appointments. Fourty percent (40%) of the appointments are youths, which include: commissioners, Director Generals Managing Directors among others.”
On his part, the Special Adviser to the Governor on State Matters, Alhaji Usman Bala, informed the Governor that the Youth Wing under the leadership of APC National Youth Leader, Mr. Dayo Israel—successfully conducted their summit in Kano without any hitches.
The Special Adviser further noted that the current administration prioritises youth empowerment through various channels, including apprenticeship programs, skill acquisition, and entrepreneurship to drive economic growth and social inclusiveness.
Earlier, the APC National Youth Leader, Mr. Dayo Israel, thanked the Governor for his support in hosting the Youth Progressive Summit at the Kano Government House.
He commended the “People’s Governor” for his dedication to youth-led development and pledged his continued support for the administration’s initiatives.
