Governor Ahmed Aliyu of Sokoto State has taken a step in strengthening partnerships with international institutions in the capacity building by paying scholarships and visa renewal fees of Sokoto State students studying in India.
Chairman of APC in the State, Alhaji Isa Sadiq, disclosed this at a News conference in Sokoto.
He said Governor Aliyu places significant emphasis on supporting students through various scholarships and welfare programmes, adding that funds were also released for the payment of tuition fees for 34 Medical students at Sudan International University.
According to him, the government also paid registration fees for students at Usmanu Danfodio University and in various Law schools.
He said special support was extended to the State’s students that were relocated from Ukraine to Baze University in Abuja, noting that the support covered their tuition, accommodation, and feeding costs.
Additionally, the State government has paid JAMB/UTME fees for students and funding for Convocation ceremonies at key institutions.
The APC State Chairman said the administration of Governor Ahmed Aliyu is supporting capacity building for academic staff through extensive ICT training programs across all tertiary institutions in Sokoto State.
He announced that funds have been disbursed to tertiary institutions in the State for direct support, just as scholarships and funds were released for visa renewals for Sokoto State students studying in India to ensure their continued education.
“There are also efforts to verify and clear outstanding liabilities across various institutions, both locally and internationally, ensuring financial transparency and accountability in educational management,” he said.
“His focused investments in infrastructure, accreditation, and student welfare have laid a solid foundation for the future growth of higher education in the state. These actions are a clear testament to his vision for an accessible, high-quality education system that prepares students for both local and global opportunities”.
On health, the Sokoto State APC helmsman said the Aliyu administration has made significant strides in improving healthcare delivery, focusing on maternal and child disease control, and workforce expansion to ensure quality medical services across the State.
According to him, women and children across Sokoto state receive free medical care, reducing maternal and child mortality rates while ensuring access to essential health services.
He noted that about 800 Nurses and Midwives have been recruited to strengthen healthcare delivery across various health facilities in the State, addressing manpower shortages in hospitals and clinics, among many other interventions in the health sector.
Editor: Ken Eseni
