KATSINA, KATSINA STATE— In a vibrant demonstration of his administration’s dedication to academic benefit, Governor Dikko Umaru Radda has rewarded the 2 best finishing trainees of the Katsina State Institute of Innovation and Management (KSITM) with new lorries.
The discussion ceremony, held on Monday, May 11, 2026, at the Federal Government House in Katsina, served as the formal fulfilment of a promise made by the Governor throughout the institution’s convocation ceremony on April 28.
The 2 recipients became the leading graduates overall after taping exceptional Cumulative Grade Point Balances (CGPAs) in their particular technical fields. The recipients are;
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Ibrahim Mai Nasara-Bugaje: Department of Networking and System Security. He accomplished a near-perfect CGPA of 4.92.
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A’isha Isiaku: Department of Computer System Software Engineering. She secured an outstanding CGPA of 4.75.
Beyond the present of new automobiles, Governor Radda verified that both graduates have been approved irreversible, pensionable work within the state civil service, ensuring their technical knowledge remains a resource for Katsina State.
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Dealing with the receivers, Guv Radda emphasised that the benefit system was designed to promote a culture of hard work and healthy competitors among students in the state. He kept in mind that fulfilling excellence is a vital step in building a sustainable future for the “Home of Hospitality.”
He also extended his gratitude to the moms and dads of the recipients for their guidance and applauded the management of the Institute for preserving high requirements in technical and occupation training.
The Governor prompted the duo to stay dedicated to their expert growth and to use their abilities to influence more youthful generations.
He noted that the state’s financial investment in innovation and management education is focused on placing Katsina as a center for digital innovation in Northern Nigeria.
Effect of the Intervention:
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Motivation: Working as a tangible reward for present students to strive for high CGPAs.
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Skill Retention: By providing immediate, pensionable employment, the state avoids “brain drain” of its top technical minds.
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Institutional Prestige: Enhancing the credibility of KSITM as an institution where excellence is identified and rewarded by the highest level of federal government.
Guv Radda concluded by advising the graduates that their turning point is just the start of their expert journey.
He motivated them to work even more difficult to advance their careers, keeping in mind that his administration would continue to prioritise programs that boost the youth and enhance the education sector in Katsina.