Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has emphasized the importance of education in addressing insecurity and poverty in the state. Speaking in Gusau on Friday, Lawal noted that education is key to overcoming these challenges, stating that “if we want to overcome insecurity and poverty, we must send our children to school.” He made these remarks during the distribution of instructional and learning materials procured under the 2023 Federal Government’s Universal Basic Education intervention funds.
A total of 408,139 teaching materials will be distributed across the 14 local government areas in the state. Lawal highlighted the need for adequate resources for teachers, saying that they cannot succeed without proper materials. The state’s education sector has been a focus area for the government, with efforts to improve access to quality education for all children.
The Zamfara State Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Mallam Wadatau Madawaki, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Maryam Yahaya Shantali, reiterated that every child in the state deserves access to quality education. The Zamfara Coordinator of the Universal Basic Education Commission, Nafi’u Yusuf Zurmi, confirmed that the state has met its counterpart funding obligations and assured of continued partnership in promoting basic education.
The Executive Secretary of the Zamfara State Universal Basic Education Board, Professor Nasiru Anka, explained that the materials were purchased with Universal Basic Education Commission intervention funds and state budgetary allocations. This initiative is part of the government’s efforts to enhance the education sector and provide students with the necessary resources to succeed.
The distribution of these materials is a significant step towards improving education in Zamfara State. By prioritizing education, the government aims to address the root causes of insecurity and poverty, and provide a better future for its citizens. As the state continues to work towards achieving its education goals, the success of this initiative will be crucial in determining the effectiveness of its efforts to promote basic education and improve the lives of its people.
