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Digital learning: UNICEF donates Solar Power Accessories to 30 Schools in Kano
Sept. 20, 2023- The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has donated Solar Power accessories to 30 Schools selected from 11 Local Government Areas of Kano State.
Th items which were distributed to 15 Primary Schools and 15 integrated Islamiyya Schools of the state include 120 Solar Panels, 60 Batteries, 30 Solar Inverters and 30 Charge regulators.
It could be recalled that UNICEF had recently distributed Tablets to 65 Primary Schools in Kano under the Nigeria Learning Passport programme to increase access to learning platform to schools’ pupils.
Handing over the solar accessories to the state ministry of education, the UNICEF Chief Field Officer Mr. Raham Rahul Muhd disclosed that the donation was part of the UNICEF commitment to expand access to learning through dedicated online platform to children under the Programme of Nigeria Learning Passport (NLP).
” Nigeria Learning Passport is a digital learning platform that offers curriculum designed content for early childhood education, primary and secondary education, Adolescent skills and Technology/Vocational education.
” The programme therefore responds to the need of both in and out of school children and youth who are in need of additional support to receive education of sufficient quality ” he said.
Mr. Rahul noted that Kano State is still left behind in access to and use of the learning passport, stressing that there is need for the state to reach a target of 75,000 Subscribers and Users by December, 2023.
According to him, the state was able to meet the target of only 22,000 subscribers and that explains the need to redouble it’s effort in involving teachers, students and parents in the platform system.
He further maintained that the donated items should primarily be utilized to support digital learning readily available and accessible to the intended beneficiaries.
” I therefore urged the beneficiaries schools to make the best use of the items by giving them the needed protection as well as proper maintenance ” he appealed.
Receiving the items, the state Commissioner of education Alhaji Umar Haruna Doguwa represented by the Permanent Secretary Hajiya Kubra Imam thanked UNICEF for donating the solar items, assuring that the ministry would form a strong monitoring team that would go round to ensure proper utilization of the items by the benefiting schools.
The Commissioner also implored Community and Schools Based Management Committee (SBMC) to work together in ensuring that the items are properly utilized.
Doguwa disclosed that considering the importance of the digital learning passport programme, the ministry would be fully committed to see that Kano meets 100% of Subscribers and Users of the platform.
” We are going to use all the necessary measures to meet not only 70% of digital learning subscribers in Kano but we are hoping to reach the target of 100% digital learning subscribers in our schools ” said Doguwa.
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Federal Government says it will provide starter packs to graduates of Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET) programmes as part of efforts to promote skills development and enhance youth employability.
The Minister of State for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad disclosed this on Monday during an inspection visit to Bayero University, Kano (BUK), where she assessed ongoing vocational training initiatives supported by the ministry.
She said the initiative was designed to ensure that beneficiaries of the TVET programme become self-reliant, job creators and active contributors to the nation’s economic growth.
According to her, the provision of starter packs will complement the Federal Government’s drive to reduce unemployment and address the persistent skills gap in the country.
“The administration of President Bola Tinubu is committed to strengthening technical and vocational education because it remains a critical pathway to empowering young Nigerians.
“Providing starter packs will enable our youths to put their training into practical use immediately,” she said.
The Minister also commended President Bola Tinubu for approving the programme, which covers about 25 vocational trades, including carpentry, leather works, tailoring, ICT skills, cosmetology, welding, solar installation and other technical areas.
She urged beneficiaries to take full advantage of the initiative, adding that the programme aligns with the administration’s commitment to reducing youth unemployment, promoting self-sufficiency and driving national development.
Ahmad commended BUK for its commitment to implementing the programme, noting that the ministry would continue to partner institutions that promote innovation, productivity and entrepreneurship.
Also speaking, the Vice Chancellor of the university, Prof. Haruna Musa, said the programme was timely as the country continued to grapple with low employability, reduced productivity and slow economic growth due to inadequate skills among its youth population.
Represented by the Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic), Prof. Ahmad Tsauni, said the programme was designed to equip young Nigerians with practical and entrepreneurial skills that would enhance job creation, innovation and national development.
Musa encouraged participants to take full advantage of the opportunity by learning diligently and transforming themselves into agents of positive change in their communities.
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The newly appointed Vice Chancellor of the Federal University of Education, Zaria, Professor Isa Yahaya Bunkure, has called on both academic and non-academic staff to offer their full support as he embarks on a mission to reposition the university for excellence.
Speaking during his inaugural address at the university campus, Prof. Bunkure expressed deep appreciation for the warm reception he received upon assuming office, describing it as overwhelming and a reflection of the unity and optimism that exists within the institution.
“I am truly honored by the trust and confidence placed in me by this great community,” he stated. “I assure you that I will not betray this trust. Together, we will elevate this university to greater heights.”
Highlighting his vision for the institution, Prof. Bunkure revealed that he has developed a series of strategic plans aimed at improving the quality of teaching and learning across all faculties.
A key part of his administration’s agenda, he said, is ensuring the university continues to produce highly competent and qualified teachers capable of transforming Nigeria’s education sector.
In addressing some pressing concerns of students and alumni, Prof. Bunkure noted that the issue of students who have completed their Nigeria Certificate in Education (NCE) program but have not received their certificates will be given prompt attention.
He assured that a comprehensive audit and review process will be carried out to resolve such cases.
“From now on, any student who successfully completes their examinations and fulfills all institutional requirements will receive their results and certificates without unnecessary delays,” he added.
On the matter of the Nigeria Education Loan Fund (NELFUND) and other scholarship initiatives introduced by the Federal Government, Prof. Bunkure pledged that the university administration will ensure transparency and efficiency in the disbursement of such funds.
“We will not hesitate to facilitate the immediate release of funds to all eligible students once the federal government has made the necessary provisions. No student will be left behind due to financial constraints,” he affirmed.
Concluding his remarks, the Vice Chancellor appealed to all staff members to remain committed and united in pursuit of the university’s goals.
“This journey requires the dedication and cooperation of everyone. I call upon both teaching and non-teaching staff to join me in this mission of transformation. Together, we can build a university that is not only respected nationally but admired internationally,” he said.
The address was met with applause and optimism, as many within the university community expressed confidence in Prof. Bunkure’s leadership and vision.
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