The Zamfara State Government, Distributes educational materials to approximately 250 schools across the state

The Zamfara State Government, under the leadership of Governor Dauda Lawal, is set to distribute educational materials to approximately 250 schools across the state. The Governor made this announcement during a handing-over ceremony and emphasized the importance of collaboration in advancing education.

The educational materials are a result of partnerships between the Universal Basic Education (UBEB) and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). Governor Lawal highlighted the significance of education as the foundation of civilization, expressing the commitment of the state administration to prioritize and revive education at every level.

The distributed items for the 250 beneficiary schools include 242,000 textbooks, 147,000 workbooks, 203 materials for Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCDA), 25 ECCDA tablets, chess sets, 8,210 library materials, and 35 UNICEF materials for solar-powered equipment.

Governor Lawal issued a stern warning against the theft of these materials, especially the unique solar-powered equipment. He threatened to dismiss school principals found involved in such activities, emphasizing the administration's dedication to reviving the education sector.

Professor Nasir Anka, Chairman of Zamfara State Universal Basic Education Board, stated that the distribution aimed to empower both teachers and students with essential teaching and learning materials. He emphasized the importance of providing quality education that enables students to compete globally, acknowledging the collaborative effort of UBEB and UNICEF in this endeavor.

Governor Lawal emphasized that the state would continue to benefit from support from national and international partners to enhance the education sector. He reiterated the administration's commitment to providing Zamfara with quality education, enabling students to compete effectively with their counterparts in other states.

The Governor highlighted the various interventions undertaken by the administration to prioritize education and revive the sector. He emphasized that education plays a crucial role in the development of civilization, and the government is taking every possible step to move education forward in Zamfara State.

As part of the collaborative effort to empower students and teachers, the distributed materials include resources for Early Childhood Care and Development (ECCDA), reflecting the commitment to laying a solid foundation for learning from an early age. The Governor acknowledged the unique contribution of solar-powered equipment and underscored the importance of safeguarding these materials to prevent theft.

In conclusion, Professor Nasir Anka reiterated the collaborative effort between UBEB and UNICEF, emphasizing that basic education goes beyond providing materials and textbooks. The goal is to offer education that equips students with the knowledge and skills needed to compete on a global scale. The distribution of these educational materials represents a significant step towards achieving this objective in Zamfara State.