The Deputy Governor of Gombe State, Dr. Manassah Daniel Jatau, has lauded the state-of-the-art facilities and modern teaching methods at the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) Smart Model School in Gombe, describing the institution as a model for 21st-century education.
During his visit, Dr. Jatau commended the school’s management and teachers for their dedication, highlighting the innovative use of biometric registration, tablets, e-learning tools, and smart classrooms as groundbreaking steps toward educational advancement.
Expressing confidence in the school’s potential, he urged individuals and organizations to support its continued growth, ensuring that its vision for quality education is fully realized.
Emphasizing the need for continuous adaptation in an evolving world, Dr. Jatau highlighted the school’s immense potential and encouraged individuals, groups, and organizations to support its growth in achieving its educational objectives.
During the visit, the school principal led the Deputy Governor on a tour of the facilities, including classrooms, the e-library, server room, offices, and the mini-clinic.
He explained that the school is a federal government pilot project, the only one of its kind in the North East, established through a partnership between the state government and the Federal Government’s Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC).
Expressing his delight at the well-equipped facilities, Dr. Jatau noted that they provide a conducive environment for both teaching and learning.
“My visit has confirmed everything I heard about this school. Every student has a tablet, and the registration process is biometric. By the time they reach a certain level, they will have acquired and mastered essential digital skills. This is the future of education. The world is advancing, and those who wish to modernize must keep up,” said Dr. Jatau.
He commended the teachers and management for their dedication, noting the students’ impressive introductions and the school’s clean, well-maintained environment, which fosters an excellent learning atmosphere.
“This school holds great promise. It is not just for one individual, but for the entire community. I urge the public to support its growth so it can fully achieve its goals.”
The school’s principal, Mallam Abubakar Sadiq, expressed gratitude for the Deputy Governor’s visit, calling it a historic moment and a source of motivation for both students and teachers.
Explaining the collaborative effort behind the school’s establishment, he noted that while the federal government provided the infrastructure and equipment, the state government is responsible for staffing and salaries.
“This school is a partnership between UBEC and the state government. The federal government provided the building and facilities, while the state government ensures the teachers are well-supported. Although challenges exist, we are prepared to overcome them.”
During the inspection, it was revealed that the school employs 34 teaching staff and 16 non-teaching staff while catering to 420 students across nursery, primary, and junior secondary levels.
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