BABANGIDA WELCOMES WAIYA AS COMMISSIONER FOR YOUTH AND SPORTS DEVELOPMENT

By Ado Salisu, Kano
The Chairman of Kano State Sports Commission, Alhaji Muhammad Tukur Babangida has congratulated Hon. Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya over his new role as Commissioner for Youth and Sports Development by the Governor Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf.
A statement by the Commission’s Public Relations Officer, Zurfa’at Abubakar Rano said that the chairman described the redeployment as a welcome development and a reflection of the confidence reposed in Waiya’s leadership capacity, administrative experience, and unwavering commitment to public service.
Babangida also expressed confidence that Waiya will definitely use wealth of experience he acquired during his tenure as Commissioner for Information to bring renewed direction, innovation, and fresh momentum to youth and sports development in the State.
He noted that Hon. Waiya’s track record in service, effective communication, policy iplementation, and stakeholder engagement would be invaluable in advancing the objectives of the Ministry and strengthening the sports sector across the state.
He further reaffirmed the Commission’s readiness to work closely with the Commissioner and the Ministry to promote grassroots sports development, discover and nurture emerging talents, empower young people, and enhance the State’s competitiveness and reputation in national and international sporting activities.
The chairman emphasized that strong collaboration between the Ministry and the Commission would be vital in achieving sustainable growth in the sports sector and creating greater opportunities for youth participation, development, and excellence.
The Commission wishes Hon. Waiya a successful and impactful tenure in his new role, expressing optimism that his redeployment will usher in greater achievements, innovation, and sustainable progress in youth and sports development throughout the state.