Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, has granted automatic employment to 54 postgraduate students who studied health-related courses in India through a government scholarship program.
The governor made the announcement during a reception and Iftar (Ramadan breaking of fast) held for the students, who studied at Symbiosis International University, Pune, and returned to Kano on Friday.
A statement from the governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Tofa, confirmed that appointment letters would be issued soon through the Ministry of Health and the Head of Service. The graduates will also benefit from the newly implemented minimum wage of ₦71,000 and improved allowances for healthcare workers.
Governor Yusuf emphasized the need for beneficiaries of government-sponsored education to contribute to the state’s development rather than seeking jobs elsewhere.
“I am surprised that some scholarship beneficiaries work outside Kano instead of using their expertise to address critical health challenges such as maternal mortality and sickle cell anaemia,” he said.
The governor reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening the education and healthcare sectors, stressing that retaining skilled professionals is crucial for improving service delivery in Kano.
He also assured that the foreign scholarship program, originally introduced by former Governor Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, would continue.
“When we took office, we pledged to sustain this initiative. Out of 1,000 beneficiaries, 418 were sent to India and Uganda last year. All have graduated, while the remaining 68 students in India are expected to return by April,” Yusuf added.
The state government’s initiative aims to address the shortage of healthcare professionals and enhance medical services in Kano.
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