The Kano State Government has unveiled plans to train 50,000 youths across the state in 2026 as part of efforts to tackle unemployment and promote economic self-reliance.
Governor Abba Yusuf made this known on Sunday during the distribution of empowerment packages to 2,260 graduates from 8 entrepreneurship skills institutes at the Government House in Kano.
According to a statement released by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Dawakin Tofa, the initiative aims to equip young people with practical skills to enable them to become productive contributors to the state’s economy.
Speaking at the event, Governor Yusuf said the programme was designed to build a skilled and self-reliant youth population capable of driving sustainable development.
“Our goal is to empower young people with the skills and opportunities they need to stand on their own, earn a living and contribute meaningfully to the growth of Kano State,” the governor stated.
He explained that the initiative is part of his administration’s broader plan to address poverty, unemployment and youth restiveness across the state.
Yusuf also assured that his government would continue to make substantial investments in youth empowerment as a long-term strategy to secure the future of the next generation.
“We are committed to investing in our youths because they are the backbone of our development agenda and the future of this state,” he said.
The governor added that the planned training would complement other empowerment programmes currently being implemented by the state government to promote inclusive economic growth and social development.
