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Gov Uba Sani Inaugurates New Classrooms in Zaria as Part of School Upgrade Program

Written by Yusuf Zubairu

Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has commissioned blocks of 18 classrooms at two Basic Education schools in Zaria Local Government Area of the State.

The Governor while commissioning the project in Zaria as part of the activities lined-up to mark his one year in office,
said the newly built blocks of primary school classrooms, were part of the 2,326 new classrooms being built by his government under the Phase 1 of his administration’s Schools Infrastructure Facilities Upgrade.

The Governor Represented by the Secretary to State Government, Dr. Abdulkadir Muazu Meyere, noted that, education empowers individuals, strengthens communities, and drives economic growth, hence, by investing in educational infrastructure, who’s government is laying a solid foundation for the future of Kaduna State and Nigeria.

“we are here to commission a new block of 12 classrooms and several rehabilitated classroom blocks at Basic Education School Shehu Idris, Babban Dodo, Zaria and Newly constructed block of 6 classrooms at Abubakar Mairago Basic Education School, Zaria”

“Today’s event is not just about the opening of new buildings; it is about our collective dedication to fostering a conducive learning environment for our children. This project represents our steadfast commitment to ensuring that every child in Kaduna State has access to quality education in a safe and supportive environment.

According to him , his administration has made significant strides in the education sector and prioritized the improvement of school facilities, teacher training, and the provision of learning materials.

“Currently, under Phase I of this administration’s Schools Infrastructure Facilities Upgrade, we are building 2,326 new classrooms and renovating 707 more across the 23 local governments of the state. We have also distributed more than 34,000 Pupils’ and Teachers’ furniture.

Malam Sani pointed out that, the efforts were all aimed at creating an educational system that is inclusive, equitable, and capable of producing the leaders of tomorrow.

Earlier, The Executive Chairman, Kaduna State Universal Basic Education Board, Malam Tijjani Abdullahi, commended Governor Uba Sani for his unwavering dedication to the education sector, saying that, his relentless efforts and strategic initiatives have brought about transformative changes hat will have a lasting impact on generations to come.

He extended his heartfelt gratitude to Senator Uba Sani, for his unwavering dedication to the education sector.

According to him, the infrastructures will not only enhance the learning environment for children but also serve as a foundation for their future successes”

Also at Abubakar Mairago Basic Education School, Zaria, a one-storey block of six classrooms was commissioned.

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