Khalifa Isyaku Rabiu University, Kano (KHAIRUN) on 13th December, 2024, organized a one-day follow-up seminar on the State of Emergency (SOE) in education declared by the Kano State Government. The event, held on KHAIRUN’s campus, drew distinguished guests and stakeholders from across the state and beyond.
The Chairman of the occasion, KHAIRUN’s Pro-Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council, Prof. Kabiru Isyaku, OON, FNAE, mni, praised the Kano State Government for its bold step in declaring the SOE, describing it as a move in the right direction. He emphasized the need to include seasoned educationists with proven track records in the implementation process. He also called on the government to address the rising demand for education through increased funding and infrastructure.
Furthermore, he urged schools and institutions to produce graduates equipped with entrepreneurial skills that enable them to create opportunities rather than solely relying on salaried employment.
KHAIRUN’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. Abdulrashid Garba, also commended the state government for its efforts to enhance education at all levels, particularly at the foundational level. He affirmed KHAIRUN’s commitment to supporting this initiative as a key stakeholder. Prof. Garba advocated for a comprehensive blueprint, adequate budget allocation, legal enforcement, and a dedicated implementation committee to ensure the SOE’s success. He also stressed the importance of upholding the Universal Basic Education (UBE) law, which mandates free and compulsory primary and junior secondary education. Additionally, he called for community mobilization to encourage parental involvement and suggested introducing measures to hold parents accountable for their children’s education.
In her remarks, Prof. Hassana Sani Darma, Chairperson of KHAIRUN’s Seminar/Public Lecture Committee, highlighted the seminar’s purpose, rooted in the SOE declaration by Kano State Governor Engr. Abba Kabir Yusuf. She reiterated the SOE’s vision, which prioritizes advancing education in Kano State and beyond, underscoring the necessity of collective effort in achieving this goal.
The seminar concluded with a shared resolution among participants to champion the state’s educational advancement for a brighter future.
