GOV. AbbaYusuf of Kano State has been honoured with the prestigious Governor of the Year 2025 award by Blueprint Newspaper at its Annual Public Lecture and Impact Series in Abuja.
The award was given to Yusuf for his outstanding commitment to the education sector, having allocated the highest budgetary provision to education among all Nigerian states in 2025.
This is contained in a statement issued by his spokesperson Sunusi Dawakin-Tofa in Kano on Tuesday.
Yusuf, who was represented at the event by his spokesperson, Sanusi Bature Dawakin-Tofa, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transformative governance with education at its core.
“This recognition is a testimony that our efforts are being seen and appreciated.
“It is also a reminder that we must continue to serve with sincerity, transparency, and a strong sense of purpose, ” he said.
The Blueprint Impact Series is an annual event that celebrates excellence in public service and recognizes individuals and institutions driving positive change across Nigeria.
The Kano State Government’s efforts in prioritizing human capital development, renovating school structures, sponsoring scholarships, and employing qualified teachers were cited as reasons for the award.
Other notable awardees included the National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, Gov. Mai Mala Buni of Yobe, and Gov. Uba Sani of Kaduna State.( NAN
