No fewer than 26 postgraduate students sponsored by Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jibrin, have returned to Nigeria after completing their studies in India. The scholars, who specialised in forensic science and cybersecurity, arrived at Aminu Kano International Airport on Tuesday, where they were welcomed by parents, relatives, and well-wishers.
Speaking at a brief reception, Special Adviser on Policy to the Deputy Senate President, Professor Bashir Fagge, commended Jibrin for his commitment to human capital development. He described the scholarship initiative as a strategic investment in the future and urged the graduates to serve as worthy ambassadors of the programme. Fagge also encouraged the beneficiaries to prepare for the next phase of the initiative, which will focus on doctorate programmes, stressing the need for continuous academic advancement.
Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Gari Local Government Area, Alhaji Shitu Madaki, congratulated the graduates and urged them to apply their skills to the development of Kano North, Kano State, and Nigeria.
Senator Jibrin, represented by his Chief of Staff, Professor Mohammad Ibn Abdallah, expressed gratitude for the successful completion of the programme. He recalled the send-off ceremony held before the students’ departure to India and noted that their success had brought pride to their families, the state, and the nation. He further stated that the students received consistent financial support throughout their stay abroad and charged them to use their expertise to contribute meaningfully to national development.
Speaking on behalf of the graduates, Aliyu Ibrahim thanked Jibrin for the scholarship and assured that they would not betray the confidence reposed in them. On behalf of the parents, Jibrin Baba thanked the Deputy Senate President and prayed for continued blessings.
The ceremony was attended by parents and well-wishers of the graduands.
