Shaaban Ibrahim Sharada Offers 57 Million Naira in Scholarships to Constituents, Empowers Women

Shaaban Ibrahim Sharada Offers 57 Million Naira in Scholarships to Constituents, Empowers Women

Shaaban Ibrahim Sharada, outgoing member of the House of Representatives from Kano municipal federal constituency and the current Executive Secretary of the Almajirai and Out-of-School Children Commission of Nigeria, announced significant educational support initiatives.

A total of 32 students were granted scholarships worth over 7 million Naira to pursue their education at the Open University. Additionally, a generous donation of 50 million Naira was made to Alqalam University, benefitting students from Kano municipal council.

The event was attended by representatives from various organizations, including Smedan (Small and Medium Enterprises Development Agency of Nigeria), ICPC (Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission), and the National Boundary Commission. Their presence highlighted the collaborative efforts and commitment to empowerment and sustainability

In his address, Honourable Shaaban Ibrahim Sharada expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve as the Executive Secretary of the Almajirai and Out-of-School Children Commission. He emphasized his dedication to the commission’s mission and assured attendees that his appointment will make a significant impact. He further pledged to continue supporting educational initiatives, stating that the trend of providing scholarships and grants would continue in collaboration with his successor, Engineer Sagir Koki.

As part of the celebration, cash grants were also distributed to various categories. The heads of political parties, particularly those affiliated with the APC, were each awarded 100,000 Naira. The second category received 50,000 Naira each, while the third category was granted 30,000 Naira each. The total cash grant beneficiaries numbered over 1,300 individuals.

Gwani Yahuza Gwani Danzarga expressed gratitude on behalf of the community for having Shaaban Ibrahim Sharada as the Executive Secretary of the Almajirai and Out-of-School Children Commission. He emphasized that Sharada’s appointment was well-deserved and expressed confidence in his ability to make a positive impact on the commission’s objectives.

Benga from Smedan acknowledged the grants and scholarships offered by the Sharada Elders, recognizing the significance of the financial support in promoting entrepreneurship and economic development among the youth.

The cash grants were distributed in batches, reflecting the commitment to fair and equitable allocation of resources. The event concluded with the presentation of a 50 million Naira check to Alqalam University and a 7 million Naira check to the Open University, symbolizing the commitment to investing in education and fostering a brighter future for the youth.

The initiatives undertaken by the Sharada Elders and the support provided to students and entrepreneurs demonstrate a concerted effort towards sustainable development and empowerment. With their dedication to education and economic opportunities, the Sharada Elders are setting an example for other communities to follow in their quest for progress and prosperity

In a bid to promote sustainability and empower the youth, the Sharada Elders, led by Head Sani A Sani,said Honourable Shaaban Ibrahim Sharada have initiated several programs aimed at supporting education and entrepreneurship. The efforts were inaugurated amidst celebrations after their recent election victory, with a strong emphasis on competence and consistency among the youth.