Gov. Radda Hails Katsina Entrepreneur’s N7.5m MSME Win

Katsina State Governor, Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, has congratulated Ibrahim Nuhu Kankia, Chief Executive Officer of Kosai Republic, on his outstanding achievement at the 8th National MSMEs Clinic 2026 Awards, where he won a cash prize of ₦7.5 million sponsored by the Nigerian Export-Import Bank (NEXIM).

The event featuring a book launch titled, “Building Nigeria, Empowering MSMEs: A Compendium of the Federal Government’s Initiatives and Interventions for Nigerian MSME Growth,” had the Governor represented by Hajia Aisha Aminu Malumfashi, the State Commissioner for Women Affairs and the Pioneer Director General of Katsina Enteprises Development Agency (KASEDA).

Governor Radda described the award as a proud moment for Katsina State and a clear proof that young people can succeed when they are given the right support and opportunities.

“I warmly congratulate Ibrahim Nuhu Kankia on this remarkable achievement. His success is a source of pride to Katsina State and an encouragement to many young entrepreneurs. It shows that with hard work, innovation and the right support, our youths can compete and excel at the national level,” the Governor said.

The Governor noted that the 25-year-old entrepreneur, who is a final-year Pharmacy student at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria and hails from Kankia Local Government Area, represents the kind of resilient and creative young people the state is committed to supporting.

Governor Radda further expressed delight that Kosai Republic is one of the success stories of the Katsina State Enterprises Development Agency (KASEDA) Mentorship Programme. He acknowledged the role played by the Director General of KASEDA, Dr. Babangida Kabir Ruma, whose mentorship helped shape the business into a nationally recognised enterprise.

The Governor also noted that the business benefited from the KASEDA Interest-Free MSMEs Loan Scheme, an initiative designed to provide entrepreneurs with the financial support needed to grow sustainable businesses.

He said the achievement validates the state’s investment in entrepreneurship development and youth empowerment through KASEDA, adding that the government will continue to create opportunities that enable small businesses to thrive.

Governor Radda encouraged other young entrepreneurs across Katsina State to take advantage of KASEDA’s mentorship programmes, business development services and financing opportunities, assuring them that the government remains committed to building a stronger economy driven by innovation, enterprise and job creation.

He wished Ibrahim Nuhu Kankia greater success in his entrepreneurial journey and expressed confidence that his achievement would inspire more young people across Katsina State to pursue their business ambitions with determination and excellence.