Governor Abba Yusuf has launched an empowerment programme for 1,028 women across the 44 local councils of the state. According to a statement issued to journalists by the Spokesperson to the Governor, Sanusi Tofa, yesterday, the initiative aims to empower women economically and foster self-reliance, in the spirit of International Women’s Day (IWD), celebrated globally on March 8.
While launching the programme at Government House, Yusuf emphasised that the financial support was specifically designed to uplift women across Kano and enable women to stand on their feet.
“We want our women to thrive economically and be self-reliant. By providing this grant, we encourage them to invest wisely and contribute to their families and communities,” the governor said, assuring that the programme would be regular monthly.The governor’s commitment to women’s uplift underscores the importance of fostering a society where every individual can thrive.
