Katsina Governor Radda Raises Student Bursary by 100%

Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda’s Katsina State Executive Council has approved a 100 percent increase in the state’s student bursary.

In addition, the council endorsed several projects and programmes designed to develop human capital and strengthen key infrastructure throughout the state.

These decisions were made during the council’s eighth regular meeting, which took place on Wednesday, 13 May 2026, at the General Muhammadu Buhari GMB House in Katsina.

Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ibrahim Kaula Mohammed, announced that the meeting’s outcomes were disclosed at a press briefing chaired by Commissioner of Information and Culture, Dr. Bala Salisu Zango.

Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Bashir Tanimu Gambo, announced the approval of a merit‑based scholarship programme that will award the top 50 overall best students in each of the 34 local government areas.

“The package includes complete payment of tuition and other fees, as well as yearly stipend for eligible candidates. This scholarship ensures that talented students have the opportunity to further their studies without financial constraint,” Gambo stated.

Executive Secretary of the Scholarship Board, Dr. Aminu Salisu, said the initiative seeks to eliminate financial barriers to education, particularly for students from low‑income families.

The council also enrolled 361 additional candidates in the second cohort of the Dikko Radda Agripreneurship Training and Empowerment Scheme, which is being conducted at the Makera Songhai Training Center in Dutsin‑ma.

The programme aims to build youth capacity in integrated agricultural systems, crop production, livestock, aquaculture, agro‑processing, and agri‑business development.

The council also awarded a contract to complete a new modern pump house and related accessories at Ajiwa Water Works. The project is intended to restore pumping capacity and increase water supply to Katsina city and nearby communities.

Similarly, Commissioner for Youth and Sports, Surajo Yazid Abukur, announced several major sports projects.

“The Council approved Phase III of the Charanchi Township Stadium, which includes construction of a standard football pitch, stone‑base course, multi‑purpose indoor sports hall, and Type B pavilion. This will transform the stadium into a modern sporting centre,” Abukur said.

He also said the council approved the installation of lead‑free FIFA Quality Pro‑Generation Hybrid Synthetic Grass at the Malumfashi and Funtua township stadiums.

“These projects will transform the two stadiums to international standards and enhance the spirit of sportsmanship among our youth,” the commissioner stated.

Professor Saifulahi Sani, the State’s Statistician General, presented the adoption and dissemination of the 2025 General Household Survey (GHS).

“The survey will serve as statewide baseline data for implementing result‑based integrated rural transformation models. It will address data deficiency that has affected strategic planning in various MDAs and among development partners,” Sani explained.