Ibrahim Sulaiman
The President of the Malala Foundation, Mr. Ziouddin Yousafzai, has reiterated the organisation’s commitment to advancing girl-child education in Nigeria.
He made this pledge during a courtesy visit to the Emir of Zazzau, Ambassador Ahmed Nuhu Bamalli, at his palace in Zaria, Kaduna State.
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Mr. Yousafzai expressed appreciation for the Emir’s warm reception, describing the Zazzau Emirate as a key ally in the Foundation’s mission.
He emphasised the importance of working closely with traditional institutions to expand access to education and empower young girls to reach their full potential.
In his remarks, Emir Bamalli commended the Malala Foundation for its sustained support for girl-child education, particularly in Northern Nigeria.
He stressed that education remains the most powerful tool for breaking the cycle of poverty and ignorance, urging parents to prioritise the schooling of their daughters.
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The Emir also highlighted the contributions of the Zazzau Emirate towards promoting female education, citing the Centre for Girls Education in Zaria as a model initiative transforming lives.
Speaking at the event, the Director of the Centre, Hajiya Habiba Muhammad, outlined achievements made through partnership with the Malala Foundation, including scholarships, mentorship programmes, and community sensitisation campaigns.
One of the beneficiaries, Malala Fellow Amina Yusuf, shared her inspiring journey, explaining how she nearly dropped out of school due to financial challenges but was able to complete her education with support from the Centre. Now a Malala Fellow herself, she helps other girls access similar opportunities.
“I was able to complete my education because of the support I received from the Centre for Girls Education. Today, I am proud to be working with the Malala Fund to help other girls achieve their dreams,” she said, calling on parents and communities to continue championing education for girls.
The visit concluded with the exchange of souvenirs and a group photograph, underscoring the sustained partnership between the Malala Foundation and the Zazzau Emirate in promoting education and gender equality.