Former Commissioner of Education in Kano State, Muhammad Sanusi S. Kiru, has criticized the recent relocation of Government Girls’ Secondary School, Maikwatashi, citing poor planning and execution. In an open letter to Governor Abba Yusuf, Kiru expressed concern over the handling of the project, which involved moving the school to Kaura Goje. While he supports the governor’s vision to reform education in Kano, he believes the relocation process was marred by inexperience, lack of planning, and political insensitivity.
Kiru argued that demolishing the old school before completing the new one caused unnecessary disruptions and hardships for students, teachers, and the community. Drawing on his past experience managing similar projects, he cited the successful relocation of Jido Primary School during his tenure, where the new facility was fully built and equipped before students were transferred. He also criticized the alleged sale of the old school land for N100 million per plot, describing it as short‑sighted and detrimental to the public interest. Kiru suggested that the property could have been repurposed for sports facilities, a town hall, or other community projects.
The former commissioner took exception to comments made by the governor’s Special Adviser on Political Matters, Sunusi Surajo Kwankwaso, labeling those remarks as uninformed and unnecessary. He urged the state government to take responsibility for the avoidable errors in the relocation process and to ensure that such mistakes are not repeated. Kiru emphasized the importance of proper planning, inclusivity, and sensitivity to the welfare of students and the surrounding community when relocating schools.
Kiru called on the governor to prioritize the interests of students and the community in future decisions affecting the education sector, stressing the need for a thoughtful and sustainable approach for long‑term progress. The Kano State government has been investing in education reform, and the relocation of Government Girls’ Secondary School, Maikwatashi, was part of this effort. However, the controversy surrounding the move has raised concerns about the government’s approach to education reform. As the state moves forward with its initiatives, it will be important to consider the concerns and criticisms raised by stakeholders like Kiru to ensure that the interests of students and the community are prioritized.
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