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Driven by this conviction, Sokoto State University was established in May 2009 under the leadership of then-Governor Wamakko, an educationist committed to expanding opportunities. His concern was straightforward: thousands of qualified young people from Sokoto State were competing for limited admission spaces at the federal Usmanu Danfodiyo University, which left many behind.
Femi Aderibigbe is a tech-savvy development practitioner with about 17 years of professional experience in public policy, strategic advocacy, proactive grant-making, government relations, civic ecosystem strengthening and development communication. He is the founder of ImpactHouse Centre for Development Communication, an organization committed to deepening public conversation and fostering citizen participation in governance. His work has been recognized globally for its impact on transparency and accountability in Africa.
The statement by the Executive Governor of Kogi State, His Excellency Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo, that ” the youth are no longer the leaders of tomorrow; the youth are leading now ” has become increasingly evident in today’s political and social landscape. It is a declaration that challenges young people to move beyond aspirations and embrace responsibility. Hon. Amb. Oladele John Nihi represents a practical embodiment of this philosophy.