In an effort to renovate primary school classrooms in all 44 local government areas, the Kano State government has presented checks worth more than N1.9 billion to the chairmen of the Community Re-orientation Committee (CRC)
Additionally, the governor allocated two billion nine hundred and twenty-five thousand one hundred and forty naira to the building of extra classrooms in public primary schools.
This is a calculated action to increase security and protect public school buildings, according to Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor’s spokesperson.
Along with hiring 17,600 security guards immediately, the state has mandated that each local government region have at least 400 guards assigned to it in order to secure public schools.
He said investment in the education sector reflects Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf’s unwavering commitment to realizing his vision of declaring a state of emergency in the education system.
He emphasized during a meeting with CRC chairmen at the Government House that investing in education is a pivotal step towards ensuring that quality education is accessible to every school-age child in Kano.
Acknowledging the vital role played by CRCs in fostering social integration and enhancing enrollment and attendance rates in schools, Governor Yusuf reiterated the government’s pledge to empower community leaders to take ownership of the education system and protect public infrastructure.
He called upon the CRC committees to collaborate closely with stakeholders within their jurisdictions and seek guidance from the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) for technical support in project implementation.
Furthermore, Governor Yusuf mandated the CRC chairmen to ensure that all new classroom blocks bear the inscription “Kwankwasiyya/Gida-Gida” as a tribute to Senator Rabi’u Musa Kwankwaso’ contributions to public education in Kano.
Highlighting the achievements of his administration in various sectors over the past year, Governor Yusuf urged all stakeholders to harmonize their efforts towards creating a future built on a foundation of quality education for present and future generations.
