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The lawmaker representing Maru/Bungudu Federal Constituency of Zamfara, Hon. Abdulmalik Zubairu, has pledged to build the first Artificial Intelligence (AI) Library at Kaduna State University (KASU) and two others in Zamfara institutions to enhance students’ digital skills.
Zubairu made the promise shortly after receiving an ‘Award of Excellence as the Most Outstanding House of Representatives (HoR) Member’ from the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), Zone A in Kaduna.
The award recognised his contributions to students’ welfare, particularly his scholarship programme benefiting over 4,000 students across higher institutions in Nigeria and abroad.
He reaffirmed his commitment to improving the educational development of students from Zamfara, especially those from underprivileged background.
He said, “I was once a student and can tell what it takes, particularly for those from poor background.
“That is why I am committed to helping in whichever way possible through scholarships, building learning facilities, among others.
“I have promised to liaise with the management of KASU to explore the possibility of building an AI library at the institution, as well as two more in Zamfara schools.
“I will also provide a bus for the students of this zone to ease their mobility to functions.”
Also speaking, Mr Ibrahim Gusau, the NANS’ Zone A Deputy Coordinator for Campus Affairs, announced the lawmaker’s recognition during the 1st Education, Skills, and Security Summit.
It had as theme: ‘Empowering Minds”, which was held at Kaduna State University (KASU)’.
According to Gusau, the lawmaker, popularly known as “Zannan Bungudu,” was honoured for his exceptional contributions to students’ welfare and education in Zamfara and beyond.
He said, “The lawmaker’s scholarship programme’ for 4,000 students amounted to over ₦237 million, while he had also built and rehabilitated numerous primary and secondary schools worth over ₦300 million in Zamfara”
The event witnessed the presentation of papers by speakers who delivered insightful presentations on Education and Youths Empowerment.
Dr Mustapha Shehu, the Katsina State Project Coordinator of AGILE Project, spoke on the importance of mentorship.
Also, Dr Suleiman Yusuf, the Founder and CEO of Bold Age Group, addressed the effects of insecurity on youth development, education, entrepreneurship, and skills acquisition.
Also, Dr Rabiu Adam, a Nuclear Physicist and agripreneur, emphasised the importance of skills acquisition for Nigerian youths and students.
