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Committee submits report on review of Qualifying Examinations in Kano
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The committee constituted to review the Qualifying Examination system in Kano State has formally submitted its report, highlighting key findings and far-reaching recommendations aimed at improving the credibility, fairness and overall effectiveness of the examination process.
KANO FOCUS reports that the The report, which was presented to the Kano State Government, examined the existing structure and implementation of qualifying examinations across the state. It identified critical areas requiring urgent attention, including the regulatory framework, administrative procedures, examination materials, infrastructure and resource allocation.
This was disclosed in a statement signed by Musa Tanko Muhammad, Press Secretary, Office of the Secretary to the State Government, Kano State.
According to the committee, qualifying examinations remain a vital component of the education system, serving as a benchmark for student performance and institutional accountability. However, the review revealed systemic gaps that hinder student success and perpetuate inequality within the system.
To address these challenges, the report proposed a phased implementation roadmap, outlining short-term, medium-term and long-term strategies designed to restore integrity and enhance the quality of educational assessments in Kano State.
Speaking during the submission, the Chairman of the Committee said the timing of the committee’s inauguration contributed significantly to the success of the assignment.
“We were fortunate that the committee was inaugurated while the affected pupils were writing their examinations. This provided us with firsthand insight and proved invaluable in carrying out our assignment,” he said.
The chairman explained that the committee visited several examination centres, mostly schools, conducted interviews and made extensive enquiries to ensure a thorough and objective review of the process.
He expressed appreciation to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for entrusting the committee with what he described as a critical assignment with far-reaching implications for human development and the future of generations yet unborn.
The committee also thanked the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) for the guidance and support received throughout the exercise, as well as the Permanent Secretaries in the Office of the SSG. Special recognition was accorded to the Permanent Secretary, REPA Directorate, Alhaji Umar Muhammad Jalo, for his role in fine-tuning the report.
In his response, the Secretary to the State Government, Alhaji Umar Faruk Ibrahim, represented by Alhaji Umar Muhammad Jalo, commended the committee for producing what he described as a comprehensive and impactful document capable of transforming the educational landscape of the state.
According to Alhaji Jalo, the quality of the report reflected the calibre and pedigree of the committee members.
“You do not expect anything less. It is my sincere hope that the government will find this document worthy of implementation with military precision,” he said.
The Kano State Government reaffirmed its commitment to improving educational quality and strengthening assessment systems in line with global best practices.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
Nigeria’s Vice President, Kashim Shettima, on Tuesday received a delegation from the Association of Kano Business Community at the Presidential Villa, Abuja, during a thank-you visit to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.
KANO FOCUS reports that the delegation expressed appreciation to the Federal Government for its support to traders and other victims affected by the recent fire incident that razed several sections of the popular Singer Market in Kano.
Speaking during the meeting, the Vice President reaffirmed the Federal Government’s commitment to collaborating with the Kano State Government and relevant agencies to prevent a recurrence of fire outbreaks in markets across the state.
He assured the delegation that President Tinubu has the interests of Kano people at heart, noting that the N5 billion approved as immediate relief for victims was based on the findings of a preliminary assessment of the damage caused by the inferno.
Shettima reiterated that the Federal Government would continue to support efforts aimed at restoring commercial activities and strengthening safety measures in markets to protect lives and property.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State Government has inaugurated a 23-member committee to oversee the transparent and equitable distribution of financial assistance and relief materials to victims of the recent Singer Market fire disaster.
KANO FOCUS reports that the inauguration was carried out on behalf of the Secretary to the State Government, Umar Faruq Ibrahim, who chairs the committee. The event was presided over by the state Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Abdulkarim Kabiru Maude.
According to the Attorney-General, the committee comprises representatives from key government agencies, security services, the Kano Emirate Council, religious leaders, and affected traders.
He said the panel’s mandate includes assessing the extent of losses, verifying genuine victims, ensuring timely distribution of support, and recommending measures to prevent future fire incidents.
The intervention follows support approved by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as well as contributions from the APC Governors Forum. It also comes in addition to earlier assistance provided by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf and the Deputy Senate President, Barau I. Jibrin.
The state government reaffirmed its commitment to supporting victims of the disaster and restoring commercial activities at Singer Market.
Nasiru Yusuf Ibrahim
The Kano State Government has announced Saturday, March 1, 2026, as the commencement date for the Eid-el-Fitr break for all public and private primary and post-primary schools in the state.
KANO FOCUS reports that the announcement, contained in the approved 2025/2026 academic calendar, applies to both day and boarding schools across the state.
According to a statement issued by the Director of Public Enlightenment, Musbahu Aminu Yakasai, parents and guardians of pupils and students in boarding schools are expected to convey their wards home by the early hours of Friday, February 28, 2026.
The statement further explained that boarding school students are to resume on Sunday, March 22, 2026, while day students are to resume on Monday, March 23, 2026.
It added that the second term will continue from Sunday, March 22, 2026, and end on Saturday, April 18, 2026.
The government directed all public and private schools in the state to comply strictly with the directive, warning that non-compliance would be treated as a breach of government instructions.
The Commissioner for Education, Ali Haruna Abubakar Makoda, urged parents and guardians to ensure full compliance with the approved resumption dates.
He appreciated parents and residents of the state for their continued cooperation and support to the ministry, and wished pupils and students a successful completion of the Ramadan fast and hitch-free Sallah celebrations.
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