Sokoto Polytechnic Honours Gov’s Wife with ‘Queen Mother’ Award

The Umaru Ali Shinkafi Polytechnic, Sokoto, has conferred the title of “Queen Mother of the Polytechnic” on the wife of the Sokoto State Governor, Fatima Aliyu, in recognition of her humanitarian efforts and advocacy for vulnerable groups.

The honour was announced in a statement issued by the institution and shared on the First Lady’s Facebook page on Wednesday.

The statement said the recognition followed her contributions to the welfare of women, children and other vulnerable members of society across the state.

The polytechnic noted that the First Lady had distinguished herself through various initiatives in education, healthcare and social intervention programmes aimed at improving community well-being. It added that her interventions had provided support to families and strengthened community development across the state.