Award
By Aminu Garko
Kano, Gov.Abba Yusuf of Kano State has been honored with the prestigious Governor of the Year 2025 award by Blueprint Newspaper.
The award was presented during the Annual Public Lecture and Impact Series held at the Ladi Kwali Hall in Abuja.
This is contained in a statement issued by his spokesperson Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa in Kano on Tuesday.
The recognition was in appreciation of Governor Yusuf’s outstanding commitment to the education sector, having allocated the highest budgetary provision to education among all Nigerian states in 2025.
The Kano State Government’s efforts in prioritizing human capital development, renovating school structures, sponsoring scholarships, and employing qualified teachers were cited as reasons for the award.
Dawakin Tofa, accepted the award on his behalf, dedicating it to the people of Kano State.
He reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to transformative governance with education at its core, saying, “This recognition is a testimony that our efforts are being seen and appreciated.
“It is also a reminder that we must continue to serve with sincerity, transparency, and a strong sense of purpose.”
The Blueprint Impact Series is an annual event that celebrates excellence in public service and recognizes individuals and institutions driving positive change across Nigeria.
Other notable awardees included the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, Governor Mai Mala Buni of Yobe State, and Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State.
