By Uba Abdullahi
Communal participation built on sustained tolerance, unity, and dedication has been identified as a panacea for societal development.
The District Head of Dambatta and Sarkin Ban Kano, Dr. Mansur Muktar Adnan, made this known during a reception organized in honour of Professor Kabiru Abdussalam, following his elevation to the rank of Professor and appointment as Chief Consultant Chemical Pathologist by the Senate of Bayero University Kano.
Dr. Mansur Muktar, who was represented by Alhaji Baba Ado, emphasized the importance of mutual respect and cooperation among members of society, stressing that challenges can only be overcome through collaborative approaches.
He commended the people of Yanbanga for organizing the reception in honour of Professor Kabiru Abdussalam, an indigene of Yanbanga in Dambatta, and urged them to sustain the spirit of unity and support.
In his remarks, the Vice Chancellor of Bayero University Kano, Professor Haruna Musa, described Professor Abdussalam as one of the rare gems of the university who has distinguished himself in research and academic excellence.
He noted that the university management found him worthy of the professorial rank and the position of Chief Consultant in Chemical Pathology.
Professor Haruna Musa further urged him to redouble his efforts in research and academic breakthroughs, while also commending the people of Yanbanga for the warm reception accorded to the scholar.
Also speaking, the District Head of Makoda, Architect Ali Mukhtar, lauded the professor’s compassion and humanitarian contributions to the people of the area.
He encouraged him to remain steadfast in the discharge of his responsibilities and to continue contributing to the development of the twin local government areas.
The former Chairman of Dambatta Local Government, Alhaji Musa Alhassan, stated that the event was organized to serve as a morale booster for Professor Abdussalam and to encourage other associations to emulate the gesture.
He thanked the dignitaries for attending what he described as the first event of its kind in the area.
Other speakers at the occasion included Dr. Musa Gambo Takai, Consultant Psychiatrist from the Federal Teaching Hospital Katsina; Professor Abdullahi Hamisu of AKTH; Associate Professor Zainab Uba Ibrahim, Consultant Chemical Pathologist, AKTH; Dr. Suraj Kasimu of the Department of Chemical Pathology, AKTH; and Professor Aminu Bukar of the Department of Microbiology, Bayero University Kano. They showered encomiums on Professor Abdussalam in recognition of his selfless service to humanity.
In his response, Professor Kabiru Abdussalam expressed profound gratitude to the distinguished personalities in attendance, especially the Sarkin Ban Kano, Dr. Mansur Muktar; the Sa’in Kano, Architect Ali Mukhtar; and the Vice Chancellor of Bayero University Kano, Professor Haruna Musa. He also appreciated the Chief Medical Director of Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital, top-ranking academics from Bayero University Kano and other institutions, as well as well-wishers who travelled from far and near to grace the occasion.
The Yanbanga clan was described as one of the prominent dynasties in the area, with family ties across Warawa, Babura, Bichi, Doguwa, and other local government areas.
The event featured the presentation of gifts to Professor Abdussalam by relatives and well-wishers from within and outside the local government area. It attracted organizations and individuals from various walks of life, symbolizing broad recognition of Professor Abdussalam’s exemplary character and contributions to society.
