Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has congratulated the member representing Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Dr. Abdulmumin Jibrin Kofa, on his 50th birthday, describing him as a distinguished son of Kano and an accomplished legislator.
The governor said Kofa had demonstrated strong legislative capacity through effective representation, advocacy and initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of his constituents.
This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, a copy made available to press in Kano
Governor Yusuf commended Kofa’s performance in the National Assembly, where he had served as chairman of several committees, including Finance, Appropriations, Transport and Foreign Affairs, and currently chairs the Committee on Housing and Habitat.
He also acknowledged the lawmaker’s contributions to the housing sector and national development during his service at the Federal Housing Authority.
According to the governor, Kofa’s commitment to grassroots development was particularly commendable, noting his various empowerment programmes targeting youths, women, farmers, entrepreneurs and vulnerable members of society.
He said the lawmaker’s interventions, including the provision of working tools, business support, vocational training, educational assistance and agricultural initiatives, had created opportunities for many constituents to improve their livelihoods.
‘You are a fine lawmaker who has demonstrated effective representation of your people. Your empowerment and human development initiatives for the people of Kiru/Bebeji Federal Constituency are remarkable and worthy of emulation,’ Yusuf said.
The governor further described Kofa as a public servant who had successfully combined his legislative responsibilities with direct engagement with the grassroots, ensuring that the concerns and needs of his constituents received attention.
He noted that Kofa’s experience as a businessman, lecturer, public servant and legislator had enabled him to make meaningful contributions to national discourse and issues affecting Kano State.
‘Having attained so much at 50, Kano State is proud of you and appreciates your contributions to the development of our state and country,’ the governor added.
Governor Yusuf wished Kofa many more years of good health, happiness and success, while praying that Almighty Allah would grant him the wisdom and strength to continue serving humanity.
He also prayed for greater opportunities for the celebrant to contribute further to the growth and development of Kano State and Nigeria.