By Muhammad Amaan
The Kano State Government has bestowed Award of Excellence on Dr Aminu Magashi Garba, for his outstanding contributions to the development of the state.
The government noted that the Chair of AMG Foundation, Dr Magashi as the Technical Adviser to the Ministries of Women Affairs, Children and Disabled, as well as Humanitarian Affairs and Poverty Alleviation has been providing invaluable support and guidance to the ministry, and for the development of women across all spectres of life.
Dr Magashi was presented with the Award of Excellence by the Commissioner of Women Affairs, Children and Disabled, Hajiya Amina Abdullahi Sani (HOD) during the commemoration of the 2025 International Women’s Day (IWD) held at the Kano Government house.
A statement by AMG Foundation Director of Operations, Jalo Sulaiman, said the recognition is a testament to Dr Magashi’s dedication to improving the lives of Kano state residents, particularly in the areas of health, humanitarian affairs and poverty alleviation.
Presenting the award, the Commissioner, Hajiya Amina Abdullahi stated that, “Dr Magashi has decades-long dedication to public service and commitment to improving the lives of Kano’s underserved communities.
“He led several reforms in the health sector leading to the establishment of so many agencies, notably PHIMA, KHETFUND KUSH, KNCDC to mention but few.”
“Dr Magashi’s strategic insights and leadership were also vital as the chairman of the health transition committee, where he collaborated closely with Governor Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf to craft a transformative agenda for Kano state’s healthcare.”
He was also part of the technical committee which supported Governor Yusuf to develop his campaign blueprint in 2022, ahead of the 2023 General Elections.
