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Kano steering committee on education review progress, outline new steps to improve
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State Education Sector Joint Steering Committee has conducted a two-day meeting at Kaduna to review progress reports from Technical Working Groups (TWGs) regarding the implementation of basic education initiatives in Kano State.
KANO FOCUS reports that all stakeholders on education worked together and reviewed what was done so far in an effort to address the challenges retarding the progress of the state education sector.
Addressing the participants, the State Commissioner of Education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa explained that following the declaration of state of emergency on education by governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, the ministry has taken positive steps to ensure that the policy is fullyconductin implemented to achieve the intended goals.
According to Doguwa, part of this effort is conducting biannual meeting of the education sector joint steering committee, stressing that this year’s meeting was aimed to discuss the progress on the implementation of the 14-points education reform agenda and deliberate on the recommendations from the Kano Education Recovery Conference and Action plan.
“I want to also inform you that what we are expected to do during this crutial meeting, include dissemination of findings from the 2023 Annual Education Sector Performance Review, receiving brief on Haske Basic Education for Intergrated Qur’anic Schools Pilot in Kano and agree on the next steps,” Doguwa said.
The commissioner announced that the state ministry of education had mapped out next steps agenda to be implemented soon which include conduct of massive schools enrolment, distribution of instructional materials to schools across the 44 local government areas and reopening of the boarding schools closed down by the immediate past administration.
Doguwa added that preparation had been completed to provide upkeep allowance to schools to ensure their smooth operation for quality education, adding that…. ” very soon the administration of Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf will distribute adequate furnitures to schools and schools uniforms to provide enabling learning environment.
He further urged the participants of the programme to stand on the commitment being made during the meeting as their next steps of action, assuring them for government’s support at all times.
Briefing newsmen after the meeting, the State Commissioner Ministry for Higher Education Dr. Yusuf Ibrahim Kofar Mata maintained that as major stakeholder, his ministry agreed to upgrade and develop technical education system of all the state tertiary institutions to provide beffiting environment for skills acquisition programme.
“We came here with developed action plan framework on education sector and we have done a lots to ensure that the meeting becomes succsssful. As you can see, we have already taken the next steps in form of promotion of new policies including new ones and the implementation of the well established existing policies ” he said.
One of the activity carried out during the meetimg was the intensive review of education crisis response plan framework that comprised with access to quality education, almajiri and alternative education system, promoting girl-child education, teacher development, teaching learning materials and resources and curriculum development among others.
The Biannual State Education Sector Joint Steering Committee Meeting was attended by all the relevant stakeholders including representatives of Kano State House of Assembly, representatives of Kano Emirate Council, representatives of development partners, MDAs and Civil Societies.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
A former Governor of Kano State Dr. Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, has commended the Inspector-General of Police, Olatunji Disu, for ordering a fresh investigation into the disappearance of activist and lecturer Abubakar Idris Dadiyata.
KANO FOCUS reports that Kwankwaso made the remarks in a statement posted on his Facebook page on Saturday following recent testimony by a former aide to an ex-state governor, who allegedly claimed that police officers were responsible for Dadiyata’s disappearance in Kaduna.
Dadiyata, a lecturer and social media commentator, was abducted in 2019, and his whereabouts have remained unknown since then.
According to Kwankwaso, he and his associates have consistently advocated for a thorough investigation into the incident and for those responsible to be brought to justice.
He described the Inspector-General’s directive for a comprehensive investigation as a “decisive and long-overdue action,” expressing hope that the process would uncover the truth behind the disappearance.
The former governor also urged police authorities to place individuals named in the allegations under close surveillance to prevent interference with the investigation.
Kwankwaso further called on the government to ensure that Dadiyata, if found alive, and his family receive adequate compensation for the trauma and hardship they have endured over the years.
He commended members of the public for sustaining advocacy efforts on the case and also praised Abba Hikima Fagge for what he described as his important role in the latest developments surrounding the investigation.
Kwankwaso expressed optimism that the renewed probe would ultimately deliver truth and justice in the case.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Dangote Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemicals Limited has announced that its ex-depot price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) remains unchanged, reaffirming its commitment to stability in Nigeria’s domestic energy market.
In a statement issued by Esan Sunday, Head of Media Relations, Branding and Communication, the company said sustaining the current price reflects its efforts to cushion the broader economy against external shocks. It noted that by absorbing prevailing cost pressures, the refinery is helping to moderate inflationary risks, promote energy affordability, and ensure uninterrupted fuel supply amid ongoing global uncertainties.
The company reiterated its dedication to the steady supply of high-quality petroleum products to the Nigerian market, while aligning with national objectives of price stability and energy security.
It also urged the public to rely solely on official communications from the refinery for accurate and up-to-date information regarding its operations and pricing.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has congratulated Alhaji Murtala Sule Garo on his emergence as the Deputy Governor of Kano State following his swearing-in on Tuesday.
KANO FOCUS reports that Garo was sworn in by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf after being nominated to fill the vacancy created by the resignation of former deputy governor, Comrade Aminu Abdulsalam.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President described Garo’s appointment as a positive step toward strengthening unity within the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Kano State.
The President noted that the 48-year-old politician has held several public offices, including Chairman of Kabo Local Government Area and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs during the administration of former governor Abdullahi Umar Ganduje. He also served as the APC governorship running mate in the 2023 general elections.
Tinubu commended Governor Yusuf for the appointment, urging political stakeholders in the state to rally behind the administration to ensure stability and progress.
He also called on the new deputy governor to work closely with the governor in delivering effective leadership and accelerating development in Kano State.
The President wished Garo success in his new role.
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