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July 14, 2026 by

Rep Bichi awards postgraduate scholarships to 122 constituents

Chairman of the House of Representatives Committee on Appropriations and member representing Bichi Federal Constituency, Hon. Abubakar Kabir Bichi, has awarded postgraduate scholarships worth N25,853,128.50 to 122 constituents under the fourth edition of his Postgraduate Support Programme

The programme was launched on Sunday at the Zibsah Event Centre, off the Federal College of Education (Technical) Old Campus Road in Bichi, Kano State

The scholarship scheme, which targets students pursuing Master’s and PhD degrees at higher institutions across Nigeria, is part of the lawmaker’s ongoing investment in education and human capital development

Speaking at the event, Bichi said the initiative aimed to ease the financial burden on postgraduate students while producing skilled professionals who would contribute to the development of Bichi Federal Constituency and the country

He disclosed that 122 beneficiaries were selected for this year’s programme, with a total of N25,853,128.50 approved for their sponsorship

The lawmaker also revealed that 21 postgraduate students had earlier been awarded scholarships to study in Malaysia under the programme’s international component. According to him, about 80 per cent of the first batch have completed their studies, while a larger second batch is expected to depart in September

Highlighting other educational interventions, Bichi said he had facilitated the construction of more than 700 classrooms across the 12 wards of Bichi Local Government Area to improve learning infrastructure in public schools

He added that he currently sponsors the salaries of 500 temporary teachers, each earning N60,000 monthly, to address teacher shortages and improve the quality of education in the constituency

According to him, the education support programme also covers more than 500 students enrolled in schools under the Kano State Science and Technical Schools Board, with scholarships that cover tuition, accommodation, learning materials, and other essential expenses

Bichi further disclosed that an electronic library under construction in Bichi would provide students with access to digital learning re

He reaffirmed his commitment to investing in education, healthcare, infrastructure, and youth empowerment programmes aimed at improving residents’ welfare and creating opportunities for sustainable development in the constituency

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