Jubilation as Lawmaker Pays Tuition Fees for 121 Master’s, PhD Students for Third Time
- Hon. (Dr.) Abubakar Kabir Bichi has once again shown his commitment to education and the members of his constituency
- The lawmaker representing Bichi Federal Constituency has paid tuition fees for 121 students from Bichi Local Government
- The beneficiaries are currently studying various master’s and PhD programmes in different universities across the country
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Kano state - Hon. (Dr.) Abubakar Kabir Bichi has paid tuition fees for 121 students currently studying various master’s and PhD programmes, for the third time.
The beneficiaries are from the Bichi local government area of Kano state.
Source: Facebook
The lawmaker represents Bichi Federal Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on Appropriation.
Hon. Bichi is well known through scholarships, educational interventions, and other human capital development initiatives.
According to a Facebook post, Hon Abubakar Bichi, Education Committee under the leadership of Dr. Habibu Usman Abdu, PhD, screened the beneficiaries.
The Committee immediately disbursed the amount to the student, as done every year.
The disbursement exercise was attended by representatives of the benefitting institutions, staff of the Honourable Member, community leaders, student unions representatives, and members of the public.
The beneficiaries attend the following universities:
- Bayero University – 58
- Federal University Dutsin-Ma – 24
- North West University, Kano – 08
- Aliko Dangote University and technology – 07
- Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria – 07
- Federal University of Technology, Minna -04
- Federal University Dutse - 02
- Abubakar Tafawa Balewa University – 02
- Nasarawa State University, Keffi 02
- The Nigerian Defence Academy, Kaduna - 02
- University of Jos – 01
- University of Nigeria, Nsukka - 01
Nigerians react as Bichi pays tuition fees
Haidar Ali Dasuki
Hon. Abubakar Bichi’s continued support for postgraduate students is truly commendable. Investing in education like this makes a real difference. May our own Member from Gwale be inspired to do the same.
Abdullah Abubakar
Masha Allah! This remarkable gesture by Hon. (Dr.) Abubakar Kabir Abubakar Bichi reflects his deep commitment to education and the development of youth, especially those from Bichi. Paying the tuition fees for Master’s and PhD students for the third time is truly commendable. May Allah reward him abundantly, grant him good health, and continue to give him the strength to serve the people.
This is a great example for other representatives and individuals in positions of influence.
May Allah bless his life and count this noble act among his good deeds. Ameen.
Hassan Magaji
This is Great Honourable. Education is the backbone of all development in any given Society. Thanks to the Distinguished Member. My Almighty Allah, continue to guide, protect, and assist you in the discharge of your duties. Official Committee leadership duties.
Nigerian University Honours Lawmaker with Doctorate Degree
Recall that the Arewa Good Governance Coalition congratulated Hon. Bichi on his honorary doctorate from Federal University Dutsin-Ma.
The AGGC praised his exemplary leadership, efforts in promoting good governance and development.
Meanwhile, Bichi's achievements have reportedly earned him the "Reps of the Year 2024 Award" from Democracy Heroes Award Africa.
Source: Legit.ng
