In a recent interview on Symfoni TV, Oladimeji Fabiyi spoke during a live political discussion where he reviewed the performance of past state governors and their contributions to social welfare and education development in Nigeria.
During the interview from 30:37, Fabiyi stated, “Kwankwaso did well in Kano; he started school feeding and free school uniforms.” He made the remark while discussing policy-driven interventions introduced by state-level leaders aimed at improving access to education.
He emphasized that governance should be assessed based on practical initiatives that directly impact citizens, particularly children and low-income families, rather than political rhetoric or campaign promises.
Fabiyi explained that Rabiu Kwankwaso, during his tenure as governor of Kano State, introduced education-focused policies such as school feeding programs and the provision of free school uniforms, which he said helped to encourage school enrollment and reduce financial burdens on parents.
According to him, such interventions played a significant role in improving basic education access in the state, especially among underprivileged communities, and remain notable examples in Nigeria’s subnational governance history.
He further noted that while different governors across the country have recorded varying levels of success, policies that directly support education and child welfare tend to have long-term social impact that outlives political administrations.
Fabiyi added that these kinds of achievements should be part of national discussions when evaluating political leadership and preparing for future elections, including the 2027 political cycle.
He maintained that understanding the strengths and weaknesses of past administrations is important for building a more informed electorate and improving governance standards in Nigeria.
Fabiyi concluded by urging political stakeholders and citizens alike to focus on issue-based evaluation of leaders, stressing that sustainable development depends on continuity of impactful policies rather than partisan sentiment…Read_More…