The Kano Network of Non-Governmental Organizations (KANET) paid a courtesy visit to the Special Adviser to the Kano State Government on Youth and Sports, Ambassador Yusuf Iman, known as Ogan Boye, yesterday, Wednesday, in his office.
The visit aimed to advocate for urgent government support for Kano State’s youth. KANET emphasized the need for a Youth Focus Trust Fund to address societal issues and fulfill promises made to repentant thugs to prevent their return to crime.
During the visit, KANET Steering Committee Chairman, Dr. Musa Abdullahi Sufi, emphasized the urgent need for government interventions to support Kano State’s youth in various aspects of their lives.
He stated, “Kano State, often seen as a hub of northern ideology, needs a Youth Focus Trust Fund to address longstanding societal problems affecting our youth. Such an initiative could significantly alleviate these issues.”
KANET Secretary, Barr. Nura Ahmed Muhammad, added that establishing the Youth Focus Trust Fund would be a major milestone for the Kano State Government, offering new strategic methods for youth development.
Zainab Nasir Ahmad, the Executive Director of the Youth Society for the Prevention of Infectious Diseases and Social Vices (YOSPIS) and KANET Advocacy Coordinator, expressed concerns about the state government’s promises to over 600 repentant thugs made last year. She warned that without fulfilling these promises, many might revert to criminal activities.
In his response, Ambassador Yusuf Iman reaffirmed the Kano State Government’s commitment to investing in youth, acknowledging their role as the backbone of society.
He assured that his administration would welcome ideas and proposals aligned with the state’s youth development plans, viewing them as essential for the progress of the youth.
Additionally, he called on philanthropists and non-governmental organizations to support the government’s efforts within their capacities, emphasizing that such collaboration would be crucial for creating sustainable solutions for the future of Kano’s youth.