International Youth Day: Uba Sani gives financial support to innovators
Governor Uba Sani has said that youth empowerment is central to his administration’s philosophy and not just a mere slogan which is chanted at events. He noted that Kaduna State Government recognises ‘’that a society cannot secure prosperity by marginalising the generation that will inherit its institutions, its economy and its responsibilities.’’ Governor Uba Sani […] International Youth Day:…
On International Youth Day, Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani demonstrated his commitment to youth empowerment by providing financial support to innovative young individuals. Sani emphasized that youth empowerment is central to his administration's philosophy and not merely a slogan, highlighting the state's recognition of the need for a society that does not marginalize the generation that will inherit its institutions, economy, and responsibilities.
Governor Sani made this announcement during the International Youth Day Conference, where he awarded N3 million each to several outstanding youths from Kaduna State. Notable recipients include a group of Computer Engineering students from Ahmadu Bello University in Zaria, who developed an Innovative Walking Aid for visually impaired individuals. Another recipient was Fauziyya Muhammad Auwal, the first female astronaut candidate with Titans Space Industries and founder of ASTHERA, an initiative focused on space technology.
Additionally, eight-member Microchip Designers were chosen for specialized training under the Kaduna State Human Capital Development initiative. Governor Sani further outlined the state's commitment to investing in skills acquisition, vocational training, digital literacy, and technological innovation, aiming to empower Kaduna State's youth with not only certificates but also skills to earn dignified living.
He also promised to strengthen entrepreneurship and access to finance to support promising ideas and ensure young people can actively participate and influence decision-making processes.
Barrister Gloria Ibrahim, Commissioner of Youth Development, echoed the importance of empowerment, stating that the theme of the International Youth Day Conference 2026 is "Different Contexts, Common Aspirations." She emphasized that while young people in Kaduna State come from diverse backgrounds, their aspirations converge around the desire for good jobs, opportunities, a peaceful and secure state, and a genuine role in decision-making.
Ibrahim praised Governor Sani for his commitment to youth development, noting that his administration has established the Kaduna State Ministry of Youth Development and invested in skills and vocational centers across the state.
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