Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf of Kano State has reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening bilateral ties with Chinese and French authorities as part of broader efforts to attract economic opportunities and development to Kano State.
In a statement issued by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, the governor made the commitment during an unscheduled visit to two prominent Chinese and French bilingual colleges located in Kwankwaso town, Madobi Local Government Area.
The two foreign language colleges were established during the second tenure of Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso as Governor, with the vision of nurturing home-grown linguists proficient in French and Mandarin.
However, the initiative suffered setbacks after it was abandoned by the immediate past administration of Dr. Abdullahi Umar Ganduje.
According to the statement, Governor Yusuf expressed deep dissatisfaction with the deteriorated condition of the facilities, attributing it to prolonged neglect and lack of proper maintenance.
The Governor immediately instructed the relevant ministries to commence full renovation and comprehensive overhaul of the colleges to ensure safety, security, and a conducive learning environment.
To further encourage excellence and international exposure, Governor Yusuf also pledged state-sponsored scholarships for the best graduating students of both colleges to pursue further studies in China and France.
He noted that such opportunities would not only enable the beneficiaries to reach their full potential but also position them as global citizens who can contribute meaningfully to Kano’s socio-economic development.
Governor Yusuf emphasised the strategic importance of Mandarin and French to Kano’s identity as a major commercial hub in Sub-Saharan Africa, stressing the need to equip youth with globally relevant skills.
In separate remarks, two outstanding students—Muhammad Bawa and Muhammad Warawa—commended Governor Yusuf’s visit, describing it as timely and impactful.
They also expressed appreciation for the Governor’s commitment to addressing the challenges facing the schools.
