Kano State Governor, Abba Yusuf of Kano State, has, on Sunday declared a state of emergency for the education sector in the state.
Yusuf made it known that the decision would ensure quality education and accelerate efforts to improve the delivery of educational services across the state.
The declaration was contained in a statement by his spokesperson, Sanusi Tofa, on Sunday.
Yusuf, according to Tofa said: “The governor, in fulfilling a crucial campaign promise outlined in his document titled ‘My Commitment for Kano,’ presented to the public in 2022 ahead of the 2023 elections, is scheduled to declare a state of emergency on Tuesday.
“The declaration of a state of emergency in education is aimed at expediting actions to provide services to guarantee access to quality education for all in Kani.
“The upcoming event will bring together all relevant stakeholders in the education sector, including development partners, state and federal agencies, as well as dignitaries such as the Minister of Education, governors from other states, members of the academic community, and representatives from the media.”
