Katsina State Allocates N8.4 Billion for Renovation of 100 Secondary Schools
Governor Dikko Radda emphasized education as the cornerstone of development and expressed his administration's commitment to quality education for every child in Katsina
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The Katsina State Government, through the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project, has disbursed N8.4 billion to renovate 100 secondary schools. The event, held in Rimi Local Government Area, saw the presentation of cheques to School Based Management Committees (SBMCs) for phase three of the project.
AGILE Coordinator, Mr. Mustapha Shehu, announced the construction of 75 secondary schools to be commissioned by August 2024. Since the current administration's inception, AGILE has renovated 388 secondary schools in the state. An agreement with all benefiting schools at the state’s High Court ensures judicious use of the grants.
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Governor Dikko Radda emphasized education as the cornerstone of development and expressed his administration's commitment to quality education for every child in Katsina. He highlighted the AGILE project as a groundbreaking initiative addressing significant challenges in the education sector, empowering communities to take active roles in their children's education.
Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Hajiya Hadiza Yar’adua, stressed the importance of fostering an environment where children can thrive and highlighted ongoing initiatives for the continuous professional development of teachers.
