The Executive Chairman of the Kano State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Malam Yusuf Kabir, has conducted an on-the-spot assessment of ongoing general school renovation projects across selected local government areas of the state.
The monitoring exercise covered Kura, Garun Malam and Kiru Local Government Areas, with the aim of assessing the level of work done, ensuring quality assurance, and confirming compliance with approved standards and timelines.
During the inspection, Malam Yusuf Kabir expressed satisfaction with the progress of work at several schools, commending contractors for timely delivery and adherence to quality specifications.
He specifically praised the renovation projects at Gundutse Chiki Primary School in Kura Local Government Area, as well as Dumaji Yadakwari Primary School, Saulawa Primary School and Dakasoye Primary School in Garun Malam Local Government Area.
The SUBEB Chairman also visited Rigimawa Primary School in Dorawar Sallau town, Garun Malam Local Government Area, where he urged the contractor handling the project to accelerate work to enable pupils to continue their studies in a safe and conducive environment.
However, Malam Yusuf Kabir expressed dissatisfaction with the quality of work at Kariya Primary School in Kiru Local Government Area.
As a result, he ordered the immediate suspension of the project and directed the contractor to improve the standard of work and strictly comply with contractual specifications before resuming.
He further disclosed that all renovated schools would be equipped with adequate desks and chairs, as well as modern writing boards, to enhance effective teaching and learning.
Malam Yusuf Kabir commended the Kano State Governor for his continued commitment to the development of education, particularly at the basic education level.
He also called on School-Based Management Committees (SBMCs), Parents-Teachers Associations (PTAs), and community members to support and monitor government education projects to ensure sustainability, transparency and accountability.