Gombe State Governor Muhammadu Inuwa Yahaya, has approved the constitution of a high-level Task Force for the revitalization of basic education, as part of efforts to reposition the sub-sector and ensure quality learning outcomes across the State.
The Secretary to the State Government, Professor Ibrahim Njodi, who announced the Governor’s approval, explained that the Task Force, would undertake a holistic assessment and in-depth evaluation of the current state of basic education in Gombe State, develop actionable strategies and recommend implementable reforms geared towards restoring efficiency, accessibility and quality in primary and junior secondary school education.
He said the Taskforce which comprises of renowned educational resource persons and administrators, is to be chaired by the Commissioner for Education, Professor Aishatu Maigari.
Members of the Taskforce are Dr. Hamid Bobboyi, Mr. Mataimaki Maiyashi, Dr. Muhammad Yakubu and Dr. Sadiq Abubakar Gombe.
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The Executive Chairman of the Gombe State Universal Basic Education Board, Professor Esrom Toro Jokthan is to serve as Secretary while the Permanent Secretary, Special Services and Political, is to act as Assistant Secretary.
According to the SSG, all the appointments are with immediate effect. He said the Inuwa Yahaya led administration has consistently prioritized education as a key pillar of its human capital development agenda.
He also said the establishment of the Task Force was in furtherance of the Governor’s commitment to tackling challenges in the sector, improving teaching and learning environments and ensuring that every child in Gombe has access to functional and inclusive basic education.
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