As part of his commitment to promoting academic excellence and encouraging dedication in the education sector, Abdulaziz Abdulaziz, the Senior Special Assistant to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Print Media, has donated N600,000 to students of Muktar Adnan Day Science College, Kano, who scored 300 and above in the 2025 Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination (UTME).
A proud alumnus of the college, Abdulaziz also donated four bags of rice to the teaching and non-teaching staff of the school, in appreciation of their tireless efforts in nurturing academic excellence. The donation was delivered through Engineer Auwalu on his behalf.
The Principal of the college, Malam Abba Tukur Ibrahim, officially received the donation and expressed profound gratitude for the generous gesture. He described the support as not only timely but also highly motivational, especially coming from a distinguished old student who continues to excel in national service.
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“This act of kindness by Malam Abdulaziz is a strong message to both our students and staff that hard work does not go unnoticed. It is also an inspiring example of what it means to give back to the institutions that nurtured us,” said the principal.
The N600,000 cash donation is intended for students who achieved 300 marks and above in the 2025 UTME, placing them in the top percentile of candidates nationwide. It is expected to aid them as they prepare for admission into tertiary institutions.
Speaking during the presentation, Engineer Auwalu emphasized that the initiative reflects Malam Abdulaziz’s deep passion for education and his enduring connection to his alma mater. He noted that the gesture also demonstrates the importance of encouraging academic excellence and supporting the welfare of educators.
In addition to the student support, the donation of food items to the school staff was warmly received, with many describing it as a thoughtful acknowledgment of their sacrifices and role in shaping young minds.
