Leke Abejide, Yagba Federal House Of Representative Aspirant who was among prominent Nigerians that received Kano Heroes Award 2018, held in Coronation Hall, Government House, organized by Destiny Channels Broadcasting Network, advised the youths to brace up to the challenges of the time and remain focused so as to succeed in their chosen endeavours.
According to him, there was need for the youths to emulate the footsteps of achievers and leaders in the society so that they can take up the mantle of leadership.
Also speaking on behalf of Jigawa state Governor, Alhaji Muhammad Badaru Abubakar who also received an award and was represented by Chief Leke Abejide described the event as timely and a milestone in the history of Kano State.
“The award is based on merit based on the caliber of the or
“It will spur the recipients to do more. I am so glad personally and to me it is a privilege.”
Abejide added that, “the award to Jigawa state governor is well-deserved because Jigawa state government under His Excellency, Alhaji Muhammad Badaru Abubakar, does not owe workers salary; pensioners receive their monthly pension allowances as at when due.
Recipients of the award include the late Emir of Kano, Alhaji Ado Bayero; Emir of Kano, Malam Muhammad Sanusi 11; late General Murtala Mohammed; first civilian governor of Kano state, late Abubakar Rimi; first military governor of Kano state, CP Audu Bako.
Others are Kano state governor, Abdullahi Umar Ganduje; former governor of Kano state, Malam Ibrahim Shekarau (Sarduanan Kano); the late Dan Massanin Kano, Yusuf Maitama Sule; Dan Adalan Kano, Isiaku Umar Tofa; Kano state Commissioner for Agriculture, Alhaji Nasiru Yusuf Gawuna, among others.
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