By Najib Sani, Gombe
The Arewa Christian Youth Leadership Forum (ACYLF) has extended its heartfelt commendation to Senator Abdul’aziz Yari for his outstanding commitment to education and human capital development through the Yari Scholarship Initiative.
The group in a press statement issued in Gombe on Monday by Mr Dunijir Gatama, the National Chairman, ACYLF said the initiative was helping to boost access to education in Northern Nigeria.
Gatama said that with over N216 million had already been invested in the payment of tuition fees for 2,055 orphans and vulnerable students in one year.
He stated that the intervention was not only timely but visionary considering the challenges affecting school attendance and educational indices in the region.
“This initiative is covering both public and private universities across 14 local government areas of Zamfara State. The initiative reflects the senator’s deep compassion and his unwavering belief in the power of education to change lives.
“ACYLF recognises education as the bedrock of any strong and prosperous nation. By granting equal access to tertiary education regardless of economic status, Senator Yari is laying a foundation for a more just and empowered Northern Nigeria.
“The monthly stipends of N15,000 provided to each beneficiary further demonstrates the holistic support embedded in this initiative,” he said.
Gatama called on other political leaders, philanthropists, and well-meaning elites across Northern Nigeria to emulate this exemplary gesture.
“At a time when many students face economic hardship and lack the means to access education, Senator Yari’s initiative shines as a beacon of hope and leadership in action.”
He said that his association would continue to support leaders leaders who prioritises the future of youth by amplifying such noble efforts that promote equity, education, and sustainable development in the North and beyond.
