Zamfara State Governor Dauda Lawal has launched the distribution of 408,137 teaching and learning materials to public schools across the state. The initiative aims to support education and promote development in Zamfara. The distribution ceremony took place at the Teacher Training and Development Centre in Gusau, where the governor emphasized the importance of investing in education to restore the state.
According to the governor’s spokesperson, Sulaiman Idris, the distribution of materials is a key step towards recovery, renewal, and progress in Zamfara. The state government has procured the materials directly, with additional support from the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) and UNICEF. UBEC has provided 77,609 teaching and learning materials, while UNICEF has contributed 5,000 Climate Change and Education Early Warning Handbooks.
Governor Lawal noted that the investment in educational resources reflects the state’s commitment to developing the minds of its people. He acknowledged the partnerships with UBEC and UNICEF, stating that development is best achieved when governments and organizations work together for the common good. The governor also commended the state’s teachers for their dedication and sacrifices, emphasizing that the distributed materials will only be effective if used by passionate educators.
The governor urged parents and guardians to play a vital role in their children’s education by promoting school attendance, monitoring academic performance, and encouraging a commitment to learning. The distribution of teaching and learning materials is a significant step towards improving education in Zamfara, and the state government’s initiative is expected to have a positive impact on the educational sector.
The investment in education is part of the state government’s efforts to rescue and rebuild Zamfara. By providing essential resources to public schools, the government aims to create a conducive learning environment and support the development of its people. The partnership with UBEC and UNICEF demonstrates the state’s commitment to collaborating with national and international organizations to achieve its development goals.
