Allocation
By Aminu Garko
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has made a groundbreaking move by allocating 31% of the 2025 budget to the education sector, surpassing UNESCO’s recommended 25% benchmark
This significant allocation has earned praise from Prof. Musa Tukur Yakasai, Vice Chancellor of Aliko Dangote University of Science and Technology Wudil.
Prof. Yakasai lauded Governor Yusuf’s educational policy, particularly his declaration of a state of emergency in the sector.
The Vice Chancellor also expressed gratitude for the governor’s approval to complete the Dangote Hostel, which was damaged by fire, and for settling allowances owed to university staff .
He said 31% of the 2025 budget allocated to education, exceeding UNESCO’s 25% recommendation
“Infrastructure Development Completion of Dangote Hostel and construction of drainages on campus as well as
Settlement of allowances owed to university staff.
“Proposed allocation of a city campus facility within Kano and release of remaining claims and allowances owed to staff
This move is a significant step towards revitalizing Nigeria’s education system, which has faced challenges such as high illiteracy levels, infrastructural decay, and deficits.
By prioritizing education, Governor Yusuf aims to transform the sector and improve the lives of Kano State’s citizens
