Katsina State Governor, Dillon Umaru Radda, has approved the release of ₦677,572,815 to support students of the state studying across various tertiary institutions in Nigeria.
The fund covers the payment of bursary“>bursary allowances, academic excellence awards, and scholarships“>scholarships for students with special needs.
The initiative reflects the administration’s continued investment and commitment to promoting inclusive education.
Governor Radda emphasized that education remains a top priority of his government, noting that such interventions are crucial to empowering young people and fostering academic excellence among Katsina indigenes.
Governor Radda said the approval underscored his firm belief in education as a catalyst for empowerment, growth, and social inclusion, in line with his “Building Your Future Agenda,” which places human capital development at the heart of governance.
Out of the total approved amount, ₦283,521,639 will be disbursed as bursary“>bursary allowances to newly admitted Katsina students in tertiary institutions across the country.
Another ₦15 million has been earmarked for the Katsina State Government Award of Academic Excellence, which recognizes graduates with first-class honors in their respective disciplines.
In addition, ₦7 million has been set aside for the Annual Special Scholarship Program aimed at supporting students with special needs.
This latest approval follows the earlier release of ₦372,051,176 in September 2024 for continuing students, bringing the total disbursement for the 2024/2025 academic session to ₦677,572,815.
Since assuming office, Governor Radda has consistently prioritized education through massive investments in scholarship and bursary“>bursary programs.
Previous disbursements include ₦637,924,516 (for 47,935 students, 2020/2021 fresh and 2021/2022 continuing), ₦544,207,748 (for 37,802 students, 2021/2022 fresh and 2022/2023 continuing), ₦744,102,352 (for 50,438 students, 2022/2023 fresh and 2023/2024 continuing), and ₦372,051,176 for 2024/2025 continuing students.
With this latest round, Katsina State’s total investment in student support has now reached ₦2.6 billion, directly benefiting tens of thousands of students and reaffirming the state’s leadership in promoting educational advancement in Northern Nigeria.
The Executive Secretary of the Katsina State Scholarship Board, Dr. Aminu Salisu Tsauri, described the Governor’s approval as a landmark decision that reflects the administration’s unwavering commitment to human capital development.
His Excellency has once again demonstrated that he sees education not as an expense but as a long-term investment in the future of Katsina State.
He said:
“This gesture brings renewed hope to thousands of students, especially those from low-income families who depend on government support to achieve their academic dreams. The Governor’s vision continues to inspire excellence, inclusion, and opportunity,”
Dr. Tsauri expressed deep appreciation to Governor Radda for making education a central pillar of his leadership, emphasizing that:
“This is not just about figures but about vision and purpose”
The Governor has shown that young people remain at the heart of Katsina’s transformation.
He has given them a reason to believe that hard work and merit will always be rewarded.
He also commended the Governing Members of the Scholarship Board for their transparency and professionalism, assuring that every kobo of the approved funds will be judiciously utilized for the benefit of deserving students.
According to him, award letters will be distributed to beneficiaries in their respective institutions beginning Tuesday, 28th October 2025, while newly admitted Katsina students currently in the Nigerian Law School are expected to report to the Scholarship Board Headquarters between Monday, 27th and Thursday, 30th October 2025 for documentation and further processing.
Beyond local bursaries, the Radda administration has expanded its educational vision globally. Dozens of Katsina students from all 34 local government areas are currently studying under the state’s foreign scholarship program in specialized fields such as Artificial Intelligence at Xi’an Shiyou University, China; Bioengineering at Xuzhou University of Technology, China; and Medicine and Surgery (MBBS) at Nahda University, Beni Suef, Egypt.
Dr. Tsauri said these international programs reflect Governor Radda’s determination to position Katsina youth as global citizens equipped with modern knowledge and skills to drive innovation, healthcare advancement, and economic growth both at home and abroad.
According to him, through these continuous interventions, the Raffa administration is laying a strong foundation for educational excellence in Katsina State.
He emphasized that the governments’ initiatives are not merely short-term efforts but part of a broader vision to transform the education sector, ensuring that every child, regardless of background, location, or circumstances, has equal access to quality learning.
He added that by investing in infrastructure, teacher training, and learning materials, the next generation can learn, grow, and thrive in an environment that supports their full potential.
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