By Ado Salisu
The Chairman of the Kano State Sports Commission (KSSC), Alhaji Muhammad Tukur Babangida, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to improving sports infrastructure and promoting excellence in sports administration.
Babangida gave the assurance during a surprise visit to the Sani Abacha Stadium, Kofar Mata, where he was received by the stadium management, staff and scores of well-wishers.
The visit was his first official inspection of a facility under the commission since taking over from his predecessor.
Addressing members of staff, the chairman urged them to remain dedicated to their responsibilities, particularly in the areas of stadium maintenance and cleanliness.
He called on the staff to work collectively towards achieving the commission’s vision of transforming the Sani Abacha Stadium into one of the country’s best and most admired sporting facilities.
According to him, the visit was aimed at strengthening the working relationship between the commission’s leadership and its workforce, while assessing the current condition of the stadium and identifying areas requiring government intervention.
Babangida also appealed to sports stakeholders to sustain their support and partnership with the commission to advance sports development and take Kano State to greater heights.
