Katsina Flags Off Bursary, Scholarship Programme

Katsina State Scholarship Board has launched the disbursement of the 2024/2025 bursary and awards programme, reaffirming the state government’s commitment to educational development and human capital growth.

Governor Dikko Umaru Radda launched the programme at the board’s complex along Kofar Sauri Road, Katsina metropolis.

At the event, Governor Radda reaffirmed his administration’s resolve to prioritise education as a key driver of sustainable development.

He said the bursary, scholarship and award schemes were designed to ease the financial burden on students and their families, while motivating young people to pursue academic excellence.

According to the governor, investing in education remains central to his administration’s “Building the Future” agenda, as it equips the youth with the knowledge and skills required to contribute meaningfully to society and the state’s development.

Earlier in her welcome address, the Chairperson of the Katsina State Scholarship Board, Hajiya Mairo Muhammad, expressed appreciation to the state government for its continued support of the Board.

She described the programme as a practical demonstration of Governor Radda’s commitment to inclusive and quality education for all segments of society.

In his keynote address, Dr Aminu Salisu Tsauri, Executive Secretary of the Board, outlined the various interventions being implemented to support students at different levels of education.

He explained that the 2024/2025 exercise covers bursary allowances, scholarships for students with special needs, awards for academic excellence, as well as other targeted educational support initiatives.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Higher, Technical, and Vocational Education, Adanan Nahabu Daura, commended the Board for its transparent and people-oriented approach.

He urged beneficiaries to justify the government’s investment by remaining dedicated to their studies and making positive contributions to societal development.

The event featured several key activities, including the launch and presentation of the Katsina State Government Award of Academic Excellence, presentation of certificates, and the disbursement of scholarships to students with special needs.

It also marked the official flag-off of the 2024/2025 bursary allowances.

Other highlights included the commissioning of a newly constructed administrative block, built by the Executive Secretary of the Board, and inaugurated by Governor Radda. Additionally, there was the presentation of education support packages to out-of-school children and the distribution of sanitary kits to female students.

Awards were also presented to members of the Katsina State House of Assembly, heads of parastatals, Local Government Chairmen, and individuals who supported scholarship initiatives in line with the governor’s “Building the Future” agenda, particularly during his statewide tour.