Nigeria at 64:  Yusuf adopts 95 orphans in Kano

The Kano orphans.

By Maduabuchi Nmeribeh/Kano

 

Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf has announced the adoption of 95 orphans in Kano as part of his kind gestures in celebrating the 64th independence anniversary of Nigeria.

The Governor’s exceptional kindness and generosity were demonstrated during a special lunch with the 95 children presently under the care of the state Orphanage home since the loss of their biological parents.

The luncheon was part of activities marking Kano’s 2024 Independence Day anniversary.

According to a statement by the Governor’s Spokesperson, Mr Sanusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, Governor Yusuf declared full responsibility for the 95 orphans henceforth.

He said, “I want to announce that we have assumed full responsibility for all the 95 orphans domiciled in this facility, we will take care of their education from primary to tertiary, healthcare services, feeding and other social needs throughout my tenure.”

The Governor assured that until the end of his tenure, the orphans would be treated as very important personalities with full benefits, care and privileges. He added that the state government will accord the children the opportunity to reach their full potential in life.

The orphanage home, established 54 years ago, for the first time, witnessed the kind gesture Governor Yusuf offered while spending quality time with the vulnerable children.

“You are now my children, I will take care of you as my own, and you will begin to feel the good side of life in sha Allah” the Governor assured

The statement added that the Governor had donated food items worth millions of naira for the welfare, safety and food security of the orphans.