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Why Kano examination results are delayed – Commissioner
Nasiru Yusuf
The Kano state commissioner for education Muhammad Sunusi Sa’idu Kiru has attributed the delay of releasing the result of state examination to increasing number of candidates.
KANO FOCUS reports that Kiru revealed this during a one-day public policy dialogue on Education and contemporary security challenges in Nigeria, organized by PERL-ECP, in kano.
He noted that Kano Education Resource Department (KERD) is overwhelmed with with planning and administering common entrance and qualifying examinations to the detriment of it’s core mandate of curriculum development.
The commissioner added that he has since wrote to Kano state government requesting for the establishment of Kano state examination agency to manage all internal examinations.
Set up a girl child education unit
Kiru also said the government had established a girl child education unit to cater for the girl child in terms of education.
He said Kano state was committed to the provision of free and compulsory education through the provision of additional schools, learning materials, payment of examination fees among others.
The commissioner explained that Kano state government had established two additional girls secondary schools within the state metropolis. Saying that over 100 girls schools would be established across the 44 local governments.
The commissioner pointed out that the state government had taken adequate proactive security measures to protect the lives of students including the closure of boarding schools and conversion of some boarding schools to day.
“Government has paid 100% examination fees for girls,and has established additional girls boarding schools with adequate learning materials and infrastructures to cater for their health and we’ll being,” Kiru said.
Kano set up education trust fund
Also speaking the executive chairman, policy strategy, implementation and evaluation directorate, government house Kano, Rabi’u Sulaiman Bichi, said Kano state government has established an education trust fund and promotion committee to strengthen the educational system.
Engr. Rabiu Sulaiman Bichi and other panelists
Bichi who also served as the chairman of the public dialogue explained that one per cent of the profit from contracts were dedicated to the education trust fund (ETF) to provide learning materials.
According to him, members of the education promotion committee (EPC) are saddled with the responsibilities of sourcing for intervention on education from philanthropists and wealthy individuals.
He said, the directorate had created a data base that collates records of educated youths in the state to reduce unemployment.
The executive chairman reaffirmed the state government’s readiness to partner with relevant stakeholders to improve the standard of education in the state.
“Kano state government sponsored large percentage of it’s indigenes to further their education. Education promotion committee (EPC) were given intervention funds to go round the local governments to find out their problems and seek assistance on the provision of learning materials and infrastructures,” he said.
Why PERL organise the Public Policy Dialogue
Earlier in a remark, the state team leader of Partnership to Engage Reform and Learn (PERL), Isa Surajo, said the public policy dialogue was organized to pave way for meaningful discussions on the effects of insecurity on the educational system.
Malam Isa Surajo
He noted that at the end of the dialogue, stakeholders would proffer lasting solutions to girl child education and ensure a safe and protective learning environment that would increase access, attendance, reduce truancy, enhance retention and completion.
Surajo charged the government at all levels to improve service delivery through mapping out policies and programs and inclusive realistic budget that would go a long way in developing the society.
“There should always be a voice,policies and laws to guide citizens demand.We encourage inclusive realistic budget,public procurement especially in health and education,” he said.
Kano allocates 30% of it’s budget to education
In their separate remarks the Kano state commissioner of planning and budget, Nura Muhammad Dankadai and the Executive Secretary of the state Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) Danlami Hayyu said the state government had allocated over 30% of it’s total budget to education.
Alhaji Nura Muhammad Dankadai and other panelists
They pointed out that Kano has 3.8 million children enrolled in primary schools,out of which over 2 million are girls.
He said the Board has commenced the building of additional block of class rooms to accommodate the large number of pupils.
Participants
KANO FOCUS reports that the public policy dialogue on education and contemporary security challenges in Nigeria:Themed ‘ Implication of Insecurity in the development of Education sector in kano’ witnessed a large turn out of government officials, traditional rulers, development partners, heads of educational institutions and all relevant stakeholders in the education sector.
Ibrahim Khalil
Residents of Tsakuwa community in Dawakin Kudu Local Government Area of Kano State have honoured 11 individuals for their outstanding contributions to the development of the town.
KANO FOCUS reports that the awards were presented during the 6th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Tsakuwa Mufarka Sustainable Development Association, held on Sunday at Central Primary School, Tsakuwa.
Among those honoured were the traditional ruler of the community, Sarkin Tsakuwa, Alhaji Isma’ila Santali Tsakuwa; the Chairman of the Tsakuwa Mufarka Sustainable Development Association, Alhaji Tasiu Alhassan Tsakuwa; and a retired headmaster of Central Primary School, Tsakuwa, Alhaji Mahmuda Shehu, who continues to offer voluntary teaching services to pupils in the community.
Also recognised was Alhaji Umar Muhammad Banupe, a Nupe businessman who settled in Tsakuwa and has become an integral part of the community. He was honoured for his significant contributions to the town’s development.
Alhaji Umar Muhammad Banupe receiving a certificate
Other award recipients included the Chairman of the Northwest Development Commission, Professor Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji (Garkuwan Tsakuwa); the Commander of the Gombe State Hisbah Command, Malam Rabiu Idris; media practitioner Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim of Abubakar Rimi Television Corporation (ARTV); the founder of Tsakuwa Mufarka Sustainable Development Association, Malam Ibrahim Almustapha Sani; and Sulaiman Salisu Babah, among others.
Alhaji Tasiu Alhassan presenting a certificate to Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Speaking at the event, the Sarkin Tsakuwa, Alhaji Isma’ila Santali Tsakuwa, commended the leadership of the association for its commitment to community development and urged members to sustain their efforts toward improving the welfare of residents.
In his remarks, the Chairman of the association, Alhaji Tasiu Alhassan Tsakuwa, said the non-partisan organisation had prioritised interventions in education, security, and healthcare.
He appealed to members of the community to sustain their monthly financial contributions to enable the association to continue implementing development projects.
Earlier, a member of the association, Malam Abdullahi Wagadi, disclosed that the group generated ₦6.56 million through members’ monthly contributions over the past year.
According to him, the association spent ₦3.84 million on allowances for volunteer teachers and vigilantes, ₦564,000 on fencing the Eid prayer ground, and ₦1.255 million on the renovation of the community police outpost.
He further stated that ₦356,000 was spent on supporting Tsakuwa Model Primary School, ₦430,000 on scholarships for students, ₦700,000 on instructional materials, and ₦50,000 on health assistance for vulnerable residents.
Association Raises Over ₦2.1 Million at AGM
A major highlight of the AGM was the fundraising session, during which the association raised ₦2.143 million from philanthropists and community stakeholders.
Leading the donations was Alhaji Umar Muhammad Banupe, who contributed ₦500,000. He was followed by Hon. Mustapha Bala Dawaki, who also donated ₦500,000, while Hon. Abdulmumin Tijjani, popularly known as Mai POS, donated ₦200,000.
Other donors included the Sarkin Tsakuwa, Alhaji Isma’ila Santali Tsakuwa, who donated ₦100,000; the association’s chairman, Alhaji Tasiu Alhassan Tsakuwa, ₦200,000; Professor Shehu Abdullahi Ma’aji Garkuwan Tsakuwa), ₦100,000; and Malam Rabiu Idris, who also contributed ₦100,000.
The event attracted community leaders, stakeholders, and residents who commended the association for its contributions to grassroots development and pledged continued support for its programmes.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Health journalists in Kano State have inaugurated a new professional body, the Kano Health Journalists Network (KAHJON), aimed at strengthening media reporting and advocacy on Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child and Adolescent Health (RMNCAH) and Primary Health Care (PHC).
KANO FOCUS reports that the network was launched during an Alignment, Coordination, Monitoring and Implementation meeting of media coalitions on gender-responsive RMNCAH and PHC, organised by the International Society of Media in Public Health (ISMPH) in Kano.
During the inauguration, journalists unanimously elected Khadijah Aliyu of Radio Nigeria as Chairperson of the newly established network.
Other members of the executive committee include Mustapha Hodi Adamu of People Daily Newspaper as Vice Chairperson, Abdullahi Hassan of ARTV as Secretary, and Mustapha Salisu of Prime Times as Public Relations Officer.
Speaking at the event, the Programme Director of ISMPH, Mr. Solomon Dogo, said the establishment of KAHJON would help unify existing health reporting groups and improve media coverage of critical public health issues, including polio eradication, nutrition, maternal health, and primary healthcare services.
He congratulated the newly elected executives and expressed confidence that the network would enhance collaboration among media practitioners while strengthening health advocacy efforts in the state.
Dogo noted that similar health journalists’ networks are already operating in Lagos and Kaduna states, adding that development partners remain committed to supporting initiatives that promote public health advocacy.
Also speaking, ISMPH Programme Officer in Kano, Hajiya Sabuwa Yahaya, said the platform would improve coordination among journalists, enhance access to health information, and strengthen evidence-based reporting on health issues.
According to her, the network will also provide a stronger platform for advocacy and engagement with government institutions, development partners, and local communities.
The inauguration ceremony attracted goodwill messages from several development partners, including the Integrated Budget and Policy (IBP), LISDEL, CCSI, SANDHEF, and the Clinton Health Access Initiative (CHAI).
Representatives of the Kano State Ministry of Health, the Drug Management and Consumables Supply Agency, and the Kano State Contributory Healthcare Management Agency also attended the event.
A major highlight of the ceremony was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which formally established the Kano Health Journalists Network and marked the beginning of a new chapter in health journalism and advocacy in the state.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
A House of Representatives aspirant for the Kura/Madobi/Garun Malam Federal Constituency under the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Alhaji Mahmud Tijjani Kura, has withdrawn his candidature and defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
KANO FOCUS reports that the development was disclosed on Saturday by a prominent APC chieftain, Alhaji Aliyu Lawan Dambatta, popularly known as Majidadin Dambatta.
According to Majidadin Dambatta, he led a delegation alongside the former aspirant to a meeting with Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, during which Kura formally announced his decision to join the APC.
Majidadin Dambatta described the defection as a significant boost to the ruling party, noting that it would further strengthen the APC’s unity and political structure ahead of future elections.
He said the party remained committed to working collectively for the progress and development of Kano State and the country.
The APC stalwart welcomed Kura back into the party and expressed confidence that he would make meaningful contributions to its growth and the welfare of the people.
The defection is expected to add a new dimension to the political landscape in Kano State as parties continue to realign ahead of future electoral contests.
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