He pledged to provide the necessary resources, and to ensure that every child has access to quality education and skills in the state.

The state governor, Dikko Radda, who spoke on Monday in Katsina, reiterated his administration’s unwavering commitment to the education sector, to build a brighter future for the teeming children of the state.

Radda described education as the cornerstone of development and the foundation upon which a prosperous and equitable society is built, and described teachers and school administrators as the backbone of the education system, stating that their role in shaping the children’s future cannot be overstated.

“This initiative will support you in creating an environment that is conducive to learning and growth. I therefore call on all of you to put more effort into ensuring children come to school, lessons are delivered, children are happy and learning is taking place,” he said.

“No society can grow above the level of experience of their teachers. We will continue to do our best to build the capacity of all teachers for improved service delivery.

“To the parents and guardians, I encourage you to remain actively involved in your children’s education. Your support and engagement are vital in fostering a culture of learning and academic excellence within our communities.

“To our traditional and religious institutions, already you have a good role of ensuring local communities understand the importance of formal and religious education. I urge you to maintain this tempo and improve so that at the end of the day, no child is left on the street as out of school.

“Please continue to use your network of followers during religious gatherings and social events like naming ceremonies, weekly sermons and any other opportunity, to amplify the importance of education. It is this education that helps turn around our fortunes for a better and developed society.”

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