The Katsina State Government has issued a stern warning to proprietors of private and community schools over the poor quality and substandard training being offered to students and pupils.
The warning was delivered by the State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Hajia Zainab Musa Musawa, during the unveiling of new operational guidelines at a one-day sensitization workshop held in Katsina.
Musawa emphasized that the current administration is committed to reviving the declining standard of education in the state, and will not tolerate any institution that falls short of acceptable training standards.
She said the newly introduced guidelines are designed to enhance collaboration between the government, private school owners, and community-based education stakeholders.
The Commissioner also underscored the need for inclusive educational reforms and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to improving learning outcomes across Katsina State.
She said, “This is a crucial step towards strengthening school operations and fostering sustainable collaboration between the state and non public educational institutions,”
“Education is the cornerstone of progress, private and community schools play a vital role in shaping the future of our children.”
The newly introduced guidelines is expected to address several critical areas such as infrastructure, curriculum delivery, teacher qualifications, student welfare and strict compliance with national and state education policies.
The commissioner said the newly unveiled operational guidelines for private and community schools were developed using global best practices, tailored to suit the state’s local realities.
She assured education stakeholders that the framework is not intended to impose undue burdens but to empower schools in delivering quality and inclusive education.
A key aspect of the reforms is a renewed focus on community engagement. Under the new guidelines, community schools are expected to present long-term development plans that actively involve local stakeholders, positioning the schools as hubs for both learning and community welfare.
Speaking on behalf of private school proprietors, Professor Kabir Matazu commended the state government’s inclusive approach and stressed the importance of sustained collaboration to elevate education standards across the state.
The sensitization workshop attracted a broad spectrum of participants, including school proprietors, principals, headmasters, teachers, community leaders, and other vital education stakeholders.
