By Gambo Ahmed Lafia
The Chairman of the Nasarawa State Universal Basic Education Board (NSUBEB), Hon. Kasim Mohammed Kasim, has disclosed that the Nasarawa State Government spends about N8 billion annually on the construction and renovation of public primary school infrastructure across the state.
Speaking with journalists in Lafia on Monday, Kasim expressed concern over the rising cases of vandalism in public primary schools, describing the destruction of educational facilities as a threat to the future of children and the state’s education system.
According to him, despite the government’s huge investment in improving learning facilities, some individuals continue to vandalise school buildings by removing roofing sheets, plastic chairs and other valuable items.
He warned that the government would no longer tolerate such acts, stressing that anyone found responsible would face the full weight of the law.
“Government builds these structures to provide a conducive learning environment for pupils, but some people remove roofing sheets and cart away plastic chairs, leaving the schools empty. Such actions are destroying the education system in the state,” he said.
Kasim called on communities across Nasarawa State to take ownership of public schools by safeguarding educational facilities against vandals and other criminal activities.
NSUBEB Recruitment: Only 600 of 10,000 Applicants Qualified
The NSUBEB chairman also provided an update on the recruitment of 1,000 teachers approved by Governor Abdullahi Sule for public primary schools.
He revealed that the state government engaged a consulting firm to oversee the recruitment process, which attracted more than 10,000 applications.
According to him, following a screening exercise, only 600 applicants met the required qualifications.
“The board is committed to ensuring that only qualified teachers are recruited into our public schools. There will be no room for sharp practices or favoritism. If you are qualified, you will be employed because our schools deserve competent teachers,” Kasim stated.
Government Plans More School Projects
Kasim further assured residents that the state government would soon commence another phase of massive construction and renovation of schools across the three senatorial districts to improve access to quality basic education.
He urged the people of Nasarawa State to continue supporting Governor Abdullahi Sule’s administration in its efforts to strengthen the education sector and deliver improved learning facilities for pupils across the state.
