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4.5 million pupils sit on bare floor in Kano schools – Official
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
About 4.5 million out of 5.2 million students sit on bare floor in primary and secondary schools across the forty four local government areas of Kano state.
KANO FOCUS reports that the state Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa revealed this while receiving representatives of Partnership For Learning For All in Nigeria (PLANE) who paid him a courtesy visit in his office.
A statement issued by the Director Public Enlightenment Ministry of Education Balarabe Abdullahi Kiru said the commissioner said the state government needs the sum of N60 billion to provide the furnitures in public schools.
He disclosed that the incumbent administration of Abba Kabir Yusuf inherited dilapidated schools with few or no furnitures for learning, a situation which he described as pathetic and needs to be addressed.
The commissioner reiterated government’s commitment to strengthen good working relationship with PLANE to achieve sustainable development of education sector.
Doguwa said there is no better time to work with any organisation or individual willing to assist towards reviving education than now as the administration of Abba Kabir Yusuf is initiating new policies and programmes aimed at creating conducive teaching and learning environment in the state.
“This is the best time to come together and work as a team. The administration of Abba Kabir Yusuf embarks on somany programmes that are geared towards overhauling the entire system of our education sector for achieving conducive teaching and learning atmosphere.
“We have repaired about 70 Schools Buses for Girls Child Initiative, we distributed learning and teaching materials to Primary and Post Primary Schools and also commenced renovation of schools and provision of furnitures to ensure befitting learning and teaching environment ” he disclosed.
The Commissioner, however stated that issue of teachers training had become another area of concern for the administration, stressing that plans are under ways to collaborate with National Teachers Institute Kaduna to train 1000 teachers from Kano.
” As I am talking to you now, Kano State Government has sponsored 105 technical teachers for 3-week intensive training programme at Kaduna as part of its commitment to improve the teaching Profession ” he revealed.
Doguwa further called on the team to fully come to the aid of the ministry in areas of teachers training programme and schools construction/renovation to complement government’s effort in boosting the education sector.
Earlier, the team leader Dr. Mika’ilu Ibrahim said they were at the Commissioner’s office to discuss on areas of collaboration with ministry and see how PLANE could help to promote education in the state.
Dr. Mika’lu announced that Partnership For Learning For All in Nigeria (PLANE) is an education project funded by Foreign Common Wealth Development Office (FCDO) to bring positive changes in education, and Kano State remains one of the beneficiaries of such interventions.
” I want to assure you that PLANE will continue to work with Kano State Government on areas of teachers training programmes and other educational development projects to achieve better results ” he pledged.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The management of Bayero University, Kano (BUK) has commenced a preliminary investigation into allegations linking a person reportedly identified as one of its students to acts of online impersonation and financial misconduct circulating on social media.
In a statement issued by the Director of Public Affairs, Lamara Garba, on behalf of the Registrar, the university said it had taken note of the claims being discussed in public commentary and across various online platforms.
The statement noted that BUK maintains strict standards of conduct, discipline, and character for all students throughout the duration of their studies, adding that any behaviour capable of bringing the name and reputation of the institution into disrepute is treated with the utmost seriousness.
According to the university, the alleged actions of an individual student should not be seen as a reflection of the values or character of Bayero University Kano as an institution.
“In view of the allegations, the University has commenced a preliminary inquiry to ascertain the facts surrounding the matter. The appropriate University authorities are reviewing the issue in line with the institution’s established rules and disciplinary procedures governing students’ conduct,” the statement said.
The management also commended the public-spirited efforts of Professor Farooq Kperogi and other individuals who provide financial assistance to students in need, particularly by supporting registration fees and other educational expenses.
The university noted that such acts of generosity continue to play an important role in expanding access to education and supporting deserving students.
BUK assured members of the public that if the allegations are substantiated, appropriate disciplinary measures will be taken in accordance with the university’s regulations and relevant laws.
The institution also urged the public to allow the investigative process to run its course and to refrain from speculation or the spread of unverified information.
Ibrahim Khalil
The Governor of Kano State, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has relieved the State Head of Service, Alhaji Abdullahi Musa, of his appointment with immediate effect.
KANO FOCUS reports that the development was disclosed in a statement issued on Tuesday evening by the Director-General, Media and Publicity, Government House Kano, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa.
According to the statement, the decision forms part of the ongoing efforts of the current administration to reposition the state civil service for greater efficiency, discipline, and improved service delivery across government institutions.
Governor Yusuf expressed appreciation to the outgoing Head of Service for his contributions and dedication to the service of Kano State during his tenure.
“We wish him the best in his future endeavours and pray for his continued success in all aspects of life,” the governor said.
The governor also directed that Hajiya Bilkisu Shehu Maimota, Permanent Secretary, Administration and General Services at the Cabinet Office, should serve as Acting Head of Service pending the appointment of a substantive replacement.
The statement further directed the outgoing Head of Service to hand over the affairs of the office to the acting Head of Service no later than Wednesday, March 11, 2026.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Board Chairman of Belraados Limited and Kano State Chairman of the Arewa Consultative Forum (ACF), Dr. Goni Faruk Umar, on Saturday met with the former President of Brazil, Mr. Michel Temer, during the opening dinner of the 26th Expodireto Cotrijal in Brazil.
KANO FOCUS reports that Dr. Umar was seen exchanging a handshake with the former Brazilian leader at the event held in Não-Me-Toque, a city in the southern part of Brazil hosting the annual international agribusiness exhibition.
The Expodireto Cotrijal is one of the largest agricultural trade fairs in Latin America, attracting policymakers, agribusiness investors, researchers and stakeholders from across the globe to discuss innovations and opportunities in the agricultural sector.
Participants at the event are expected to explore partnerships and share ideas aimed at boosting agricultural productivity and strengthening international cooperation in agribusiness.
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