Why Kano govt spent N1.5bn on mass wedding – Gov Yusuf
Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has explained that the state government committed over N1.5 billion to the 2026 mass wedding programme to fulfil a campaign promise and provide comprehensive support to 1,500 newly married couples. The governor said the initiative, popularly known as Auren Gata, was conceived to assist couples not only to get […]
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has explained that the state government allocated over N1.5 billion to the 2026 mass wedding programme, also known as Auren Gata, to fulfill a campaign promise and support 1,500 newly married couples. The initiative aims to provide comprehensive assistance to couples in terms of social, economic, and household support, including medical examinations, marriage counselling, workshops, and essential items such as beds, mattresses, and household furniture.
Yusuf emphasized that marriage should be conducted according to the teachings of the Quran and Sunnah, urging the newlyweds to maintain patience, fairness, and mutual respect within their homes.
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