UBEC expands basic education in Kano with 4,000 classrooms, teacher recruitment

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) is undertaking a significant expansion of basic education in Kano State, marked by the construction of almost 4,000 classrooms and substantial support for teacher recruitment. This initiative aims to enhance access to quality education by addressing critical infrastructure deficits and teacher shortages.

Aisha Garba, the Executive Secretary of UBEC, highlighted the importance of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's clear directive: "No child should be left behind. Every Nigerian child deserves access to quality education." She stressed that without sufficient teachers, even existing classrooms are insufficient for effective learning, underscoring that investments in educators are investments in the nation's future.

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The directive of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is clear. No child should be left behind. Every Nigerian child deserves access to quality education. Even where classrooms exist, without teachers, children cannot learn. That is why investments in teachers are investments in the future of our nation.

Garba described Kano's teacher recruitment program as one of the country's largest educational investments. The state government has hired over 16,000 teachers, including the latest cohort. This effort is expected to significantly reduce the teacher gap, particularly in rural and underserved communities, thereby improving overall learning outcomes.

She further noted that the presentation of each appointment letter symbolizes "renewed hope for classrooms, communities and, most importantly, the thousands of children whose future depends on quality teaching." Garba acknowledged Nigeria's ongoing struggle with teacher shortages, especially in rural areas, and called for sustained investment in the teaching workforce. She praised Governor Abba Yusuf for prioritizing education and emphasized the essential role of collaboration between federal, state, and UBEC initiatives in achieving inclusive and quality basic education.

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Every appointment letter presented today is a symbol of renewed hope for classrooms, communities and, most importantly, the thousands of children whose future depends on quality teaching.