Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf, yesterday sought the support of Qatar Charity to enhance its ongoing efforts at addressing critical social challenges, particularly in the areas of water provision, housing, education, and women empowerment.
The Governor appealed during an official visit to Qatar Charity’s office in Abuja.
In a statement by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the Governor emphasised the need for collaboration to expand the state’s clean water initiatives, noting that solar-powered boreholes have already been installed, with plans for more in the coming months.
However, additional support is needed to fully address the water scarcity affecting several communities in Kano.
In addition, the Kano State Government is also seeking Qatar Charity’s help in constructing housing units on government-provided land to offer secure and dignified living conditions for vulnerable groups, including orphans and other socially excluded groups.
Yusuf also proposed the development of a multipurpose community centre within these housing areas, which would serve as a hub for educational, vocational, and social activities.
The Governor further appealed for support in providing scholarships for vulnerable students, ensuring that they have access to quality education.
He acknowledged Qatar Charity’s significant contributions to various initiatives across Nigeria, including sponsorship of orphans, eye care projects, and the construction of mosques and water facilities.
In his remarks, the Country Director of the Foundation Elsayed, Mohamed Abdou Hamdi, commended Yusuf for his unprecedented initiative in visiting their office for the benefit of the Kano people.
He also expressed gratitude to the state governor for creating an enabling environment for them to assist the residents of Kano, in stark contrast to the previous administration.
He, therefore, gave the assurance that they would extend all necessary support to ensure the people of Kano derive maximum benefit from their efforts.
