Kano State Launches Intellectuals Forum for Development

The Kano State Commissioner for Information and Internal Affairs, Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, inaugurated the Kano Intellectuals Forum at the Aminu Kano College of Islamic and Legal Studies. He urged academics and intellectuals to utilize their expertise to tackle the socioeconomic challenges facing the state.

Waiya highlighted that tertiary institutions should go beyond merely producing graduates and should engage in knowledge generation, research, and practical solutions for societal issues. He called on forum members to contribute to Kano's development through research-based advice and policy recommendations.

The forum aims to enhance collaboration between the government and the academic community in areas such as education, economic development, and social welfare. Dr. Kabiru Gwarzo, Provost of Sa’adatu Rimi University of Education, noted that the forum would ensure inclusive representation from various segments of the academic community.

Dr. Ali Tamasi, Acting Provost of Aminu Kano College of Islamic and Legal Studies, remarked on the expertise available within Kano's tertiary institutions.