Arewa Think Tank Advocates for Medical Student Grants

The Arewa Think Tank, led by Muhammad Alhaji Yakubu Mondai, has issued a statement advocating for special grants for medical students throughout Nigeria. This call follows the commendation of Senator Bassey Otu, the Governor of Cross River State, for his approval to resume bursary payments for students in tertiary institutions.

The Arewa Think Tank described Governor Otu's intervention as a bold and visionary initiative capable of transforming the educational landscape and easing the financial burdens faced by students and their families. The statement emphasized the significant financial demands associated with medical training in Nigeria and urged state governors nationwide to emulate Governor Otu's example by implementing policies that directly impact the welfare of students and encourage young people to pursue careers in medicine and healthcare.

This initiative is seen as a long-term strategy to strengthen the capacity of the health sector and produce qualified professionals.