By Idris Auwal
The Kaduna State Scholarship and Loans Board Team led by its Executive Secretary Professor Yahya Saleh Ibrahim represented the Hon. Commissioner of Education Prof. Muhammad Sani Bello at the Indomie Educational Scholarship for Junior Secondary School Students, which held On February 19th, 2025, at Sabon Tasha.
In a remarkable collaboration supporting Governor Uba Sani’s transformative education agenda, the Kaduna State Scholarship and Loans Board and Dufil Prima Foods (Indomie) have awarded scholarships to 100 indigent students across the state. This initiative is part of Indomie’s Back-to-School Programme, which reinforces a shared commitment to empowering young minds through education.
Speaking at the event, the Executive Secretary reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to removing financial barriers to education. “Public-private partnerships like this are crucial to ensuring no child is left behind. By working together, we are securing a brighter future for Kaduna’ State and Nigerian youth,” he said.
The scholarships, covering tuition, learning materials, and essential expenses will support students from 10 different schools across Kaduna State. Indomie’s Regional Manager (North), Abraham Elukpo, praised the initiative, stating, “Through this partnership, we are bridging gaps in access to quality education. This is how we build a prosperous Nigeria.”
The Kaduna State Scholarship and Loans Board and Kaduna State Ministry of Education remain dedicated to fostering strategic collaborations that expand educational opportunities. This initiative is a testament to His Excellency Senator Mal Uba Sani’s vision for an inclusive, knowledge-driven economy, ensuring that every child has the chance to succeed.