From Legacy to Renewal: How Kauran Gwandu Is Giving Kebbi’s Oldest Health Institution a New Lease of Life
By Ibrahim A Jombali For decades, the Kebbi State College of Health Sciences and Technology, Jega, stood as a respected but under-supported institution, producing health workers who quietly sustained healthcare delivery across the state. Today, that narrative is changing dramatically. Under the administration of Governor Nasir Idris, Kauran Gwandu, the college is experiencing what can best be described as a renaissance—one that has culminated in national recognition through the accreditation of seven professional programmes. Ibrahim Abubakar Jombali Special Adviser on Public Enlightenment and Orientation to Kebbi State Governor disclosed this in a statement made available to Newsmen in Yola. The significance of this achievement extends beyond institutional prestige. It represents a strategic investment in human capital development, healthcare workforce expansion, and educational advancement in Kebbi State. During a recent visit by the Kebbi State Media Team led by the Commis...