Dr. Tijjani Sarki

  TACKLING DRUG ABUSE AND YOUTH VIOLENCE IN KANO:A Proactive Approach for Lasting Peace. By Tijjani Sarki Kano, the capital city of Kano State, has been grappling with the rising menace of thugs and criminal activities, often tied to rampant drug abuse. For months, these elements have caused significant distress to the public, leading to negative socio-economic consequences for the state. In response to this escalating crisis, the Kano State Government has taken a bold step by launching a task force aimed at addressing the issues of drug abuse and substance misuse. This initiative is a proactive measure to mitigate the harmful impact of these problems on public safety and well-being. We commend the remarkable leadership of Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, for the timely establishment of the 21-member Kano State Peace and Youth Rehabilitation Committee. This thoughtful initiative highlights his commitment to ensuring long-term peace and rehabilitating the youth of t...

 THE ALARMING IMPLICATIONS OF HARASSMENT ALLEGATIONS AGAINST SENATE PRESIDENT Godswill Akpabio:Safeguarding Women's political Participation in Nigeria. By Tijjani Sarki It is deeply disheartening that in a nation striving to improve women’s political participation and encourage young girls to pursue education, we now face a situation that threatens to undermine these efforts. In many parts of Nigeria, cultural and religious barriers still restrict women's mobility and their ability to engage with men outside their immediate family. Against this backdrop, the behavior of Senate President Godswill Akpabio towards Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan and similar actions-risks having a chilling effect on women's involvement in politics. Such behavior from a high-ranking official can discourage women from engaging in politics, as it creates an environment where they may fear mistreatment, marginalization, or retaliation. The allegations against the Senate President that he made inapp...

  EMPOWERMENT IN THE NIGERIAN CONTEXT: The Idle Situation, Corruption, and the Path to Genuine Transformation. By  Tijjani Sarki Empowerment is widely recognized as the process of equipping individuals with the knowledge, resources, and skills necessary to take control of their own lives. In an ideal scenario, empowerment allows people to harness their full potential, break free from poverty, and contribute to their society's overall development. However, in Nigeria, the concept of empowerment is often misunderstood and misused, particularly by those in political power. While the intention behind empowerment initiatives is to reduce idleness and underemployment, these efforts frequently fall short due to poor execution, lack of transparency, and misuse as political tools. In many cases, rather than uplifting the population, these programs perpetuate corruption, inefficiency, and the continued state of idleness. The Idle Situation in Nigeria With a population of over 200 mi...