24/07/2026
SPECIAL ADVISER ON STUDENT MATTERS COMMENDS SOKOTO STATE GOVERNMENT FOR OVERSEAS SCHOLARSHIP INITIATIVE, CHARGES BENEFICIARIES TO EXCEL
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Student Matters, Hon. Abubakar Muhammad Salame, has expressed profound appreciation to the Governor of Sokoto State, His Excellency Dr. Ahmed Aliyu, FCNA, for sustaining the state's overseas scholarship programme aimed at developing highly skilled professionals for the future.
Hon. Salame made the commendation while interacting with the first batch of Sokoto State indigenes sponsored by the government to pursue various professional courses in India and Pakistan.
He described the initiative as a clear demonstration of the Governor's unwavering commitment to educational development, human capital development, and youth empowerment through access to quality international education.
The Special Adviser urged the beneficiaries to remain focused, disciplined, and committed to academic excellence, noting that they were privileged to have been selected from among many qualified applicants. He encouraged them to justify the confidence reposed in them by achieving outstanding academic success.
He further advised the students to be worthy ambassadors of Sokoto State and Nigeria by upholding the values of integrity, discipline, respect for the laws of their host countries, and the rich cultural and moral heritage for which Sokoto State is renowned.
Hon. Salame also cautioned the students against any conduct capable of bringing disrepute to themselves, their families, or the state, reminding them that they represent the image and aspirations of the Government and people of Sokoto State.
As a member of the official government committee assigned to accompany the students to their respective institutions in India and Pakistan, Hon. Salame assured the beneficiaries of the committee's commitment to ensuring their smooth admission, settlement, and successful commencement of their academic programmes.
He concluded by praying for their safe journey, successful academic pursuit, and a rewarding educational experience, expressing confidence that they would return home equipped with the knowledge and professional skills needed to contribute meaningfully to the development of Sokoto State.
Abdullahi Aliyu
Office of the Special Adviser on Student Matters.