Kano gov lays foundation for N1.3bn secondary school

In a significant move to bolster educational infrastructure, Kano State Governor Abba Yusuf has initiated the construction of a new N1.3 billion secondary school in Kaura Goge, Nasarawa Local Government Area. This project is set to replace the aging Maikwatashi School, which has fallen into disrepair and reportedly suffered from illegal land sales. The governor's decision reflects a commitment to addressing the community's needs and ensuring that children have access to quality education closer to home.

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There are huge numbers of students in this area who had to go to Sabon Gari for schooling. That is why we want to build a school here.

The new facility is designed to alleviate the hardship faced by students who previously had to travel considerable distances to attend schools in Sabon Gari and other areas. Governor Yusuf emphasized the importance of accessible education, stating that the new school would serve the "huge numbers of students in this area." The project, which includes 32 classrooms, 36 toilets, and 4 libraries, is a tangible fulfillment of the governor's campaign promises. The Punch newspaper highlights this development as a testament to the administration's dedication to the education sector, underscoring the positive impact such initiatives have on local communities and the state's future.

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The school will gulp N1.3 billion naira. The school will house 32 classrooms, 36 toilets, 4 libraries among other structures.