Commissioner Mustapha Kwankwaso Pledges Better Sports Facilities, Youth Development
By Muzammil Dalha Yola
On Saturday 20th April 2024, the newly appointed Commissioner of the Ministry of Sports and Youth Development in Kano State, Mustapha Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso, embarked on a visit to several key sports facilities in the state. The purpose of the visit was to assess the current condition of the sports fields and discuss plans for the development of youth sports under his leadership.
Commissioner Mustapha Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso visited various stadiums in Kano State, including:
- Sani Abacha Stadium at Kofar Mata
- Kano Pillars Stadium in Sabon Gari
- Ado Bayero Square in Sabon Gari
- Mahaha Sports Complex at Kofar Na’isa
During the visit, he was accompanied by notable figures in the sports community, including Ambassador Yusuf Imam Ogan Boye, the advisor to the Kano Governor on sports matters, Alhaji Rabi’u Abdullahi Kawo, the Chairman of the Kano Pillars Fans Club, and Malam Bala Sani Shehu, the acting chairman of the state sports commission.
Following the inspection of the sports facilities, Commissioner Mustapha Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso expressed his commitment to enhancing the facilities and developing all sports that the youth in Kano State engage in. He emphasized the importance of providing top-notch facilities for athletes to improve their skills and promote sports development in the state.
Commissioner Mustapha Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso outlined several initiatives that will be implemented under his leadership, including:
- Upgrading and maintaining the existing sports fields to international standards
- Introducing new training programs and infrastructure to nurture young talents
- Promoting a culture of sportsmanship and healthy competition among the youth in Kano State
The visit of Commissioner Mustapha Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso to the sports facilities in Kano State marks the beginning of a new era in sports development in the state.
