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| Image: Kano State Gov. Abba Yusif |
By Muhammad Salisu
The Association of Adult and Non-Formal Education Centers (AANEC) has thrown its weight behind the Kano State Government's initiative to profile and monitor Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) and donor organizations operating in the state.
AANEC in a statement on Friday signed by it's Director General Abdumuminu ban Yusuf said, the association commends the state government for taking decisive action to address growing concerns about illegal and unethical activities by some NGOs.
According to the Director General, AANEC, with 501 centers and 2804 facilitators across Kano State, is a leading civil society organization committed to promoting basic and post-basic literacy, continued education, and vocational skills.
The association expressed its full support for the creation of a High-Powered Committee tasked with profiling and assessing all NGOs and donor organizations in the state.
The initiative is a response to serious issues surrounding some NGOs, which have been linked to human trafficking, money laundering, and the establishment of illegal baby factories. "We fully endorse the creation of a High-Powered Committee to address these concerns," Abdulmuminu bn Yusuf stated.
The committee's mandate includes investigating and documenting the sources of funding, nature of activities, areas of intervention, and operational methods of NGOs. AANEC applauded the committee, led by Hon. Commissioner of the Ministry of Information and Internal Affairs, Comrade Ibrahim Abdullahi Waiya, for its efforts.
The association believes that the initiative is critical to restoring order, reinforcing accountability, and promoting social justice in Kano State.
"By ensuring that only reputable and transparent organizations operate within the state, the government is fostering an environment in which civil society can thrive responsibly," Abdulmuminu bn Yusuf noted.
However, AANEC emphasized that the cultural and religious values of Kano must be respected and upheld in every aspect of life, especially in the operations of NGOs and donor organizations.
"The association remains steadfast in its opposition to exploitation in all forms, including human trafficking, money laundering, and the propagation of values that undermine the state's culture and religion," he added.
Bn Yusuf therefore stated that the initiative is expected to result in the development of a regulatory framework that aligns with the state's vision and development goals.
AANEC called on all citizens of Kano State to support and cooperate with the committee in this vital and patriotic endeavor.
Abdulmuminu bn Yusuf expressed confidence that the initiative will enhance the quality of life, protect cultural heritage, and rebuild public trust in both the governmental and non-governmental sectors.
"We are committed to working with the state government to ensure that NGOs operate in a transparent and accountable manner," he stated.
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