BY; AMOS EBUTE MATHEW, Kaduna
As part of activities lined up for his one year in office, Governor Uba Sani of kaduna state has commissioned brand new constructed and furnished two blocks of 24 classrooms at Basic Education Primary School, Rafin Guza, in kaduna north local government area.
It was made known that the School has pupils population of 7,326, and it is only second to Basic Education Primary School, Lokoja Road, Rigasa in Igabi local government area of the State.
Commissioning the two-storey blocks of classrooms, Governor Sani who was represented by his deputy, Dr. Hadiza Balarabe said, his administration has within the last 12 months built 2,326 new classrooms, accommodating 93,040 pupils.
Similarly, Governor Uba Sani also commissioned a two-storey block of 12 classrooms at Basic Education School, Maraban Jos, Igabi Local Government area.
The Governor noted that, the foundation of a prosperous society is laid in the classrooms, hence his administration’s commitment to ensuring that, every child in Kaduna State has access to a conducive learning environment.
Governor Sani represented by his Chief of Staff, Alhaji Sani Liman Kila, said the present administration is out to give quality education to future leaders of tomorrow as education is the bedrock of every society.
According to him, “this administration has placed a high priority on revamping dilapidated classrooms and up-skilling of our teachers to foster better human capital outcomes for our state. We are acutely aware of the transformative power of education. It has elevated the statuses and economic privileges of countless individuals and continues to be a beacon of hope and progress for even marginalized people and communities.
“For us in Kaduna State, education has ceased to be the privilege of a select few, it is the right of every child in the state. Under the leadership of Senator Uba Sani, we have embraced the noble mission of safeguarding the educational opportunities that have empowered successive generations. Education opens doors, breaks down barriers, and paves the way for a brighter future. In fact, the profound benefits of education cannot be over-emphasized.
“Primary education, in particular, is the cornerstone of children’s development. This government is doing everything within its means to ensure that every child is enrolled in school, remains in school and receives a quality education. Our efforts are evident in the construction of 2,326 new classrooms so far, which comfortably accommodate 93,040 pupils.
“Additionally, we have provided 30,742 two-seater desks, seating a total of 61,484 pupils to ensure that our students learn in comfort and dignity. These schools are also equipped with hygienic toilets and hand pumps for potable drinking water, underscoring our commitment to a holistic and healthy learning environment.
“Today’s commissioning ceremony is not just about the inauguration of physical structures. It is a celebration of our shared vision for a future where every child, regardless of background, has the opportunity to reach their full potential. It is a demonstration of our belief that through education, we can build a stronger, more equitable, and more prosperous Kaduna State,” the Governor said.
Earlier in his welcome address, Executive Chairman State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Malam Tijjani Abdullahi said, the last one year under Governor Uba Sani, has witnessed remarkable progress in providing access to quality education for every child in Kaduna State.
SUBEB Chairman who was represented by the Board’s Permanent Member, Project Management, Mubarak Mohammed, said, the infrastructure being commissioned will not only enhance the learning environment for the children but also serve as a foundation for their future successes.