Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has approved the recruitment and deployment of 17,600 security personnel to public schools across the state’s 44 local government areas, with 400 guards assigned to each area. The initiative, announced on Monday by the Governor’s spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, aims to address growing concerns over insecurity in school environments, which the government views as a significant threat to educational development.
Governor Yusuf emphasized the state’s commitment to safeguarding students and teachers, stating, “We have taken this step because we bear the responsibility of protecting the lives of our children and their teachers. We will not allow fear or insecurity to deny them the right to education.” The decision aligns with the administration’s broader education reform agenda, which includes distributing N2.8 billion worth of instructional materials, solarizing 200 schools, and recruiting 4,000 BESDA staff.
The newly recruited security guards will undergo training before deployment to ensure they are equipped to handle their responsibilities. Their duties will include monitoring school entry and exit points, watching for suspicious activities, and collaborating with conventional security agencies when necessary. This proactive measure follows the National Policy on Safety, Security, and Violence-Free Schools, which highlights the devastating impact of violent attacks on education, including the loss of over 600 teachers and the displacement of 19,000 between 2012 and 2016.
The initiative has been widely praised on social media platforms, with posts on X commending Governor Yusuf’s focus on school safety. Stakeholders, including parents and educators, view the deployment as a critical step toward creating a secure learning environment, boosting school attendance, and supporting Kano’s educational revival.
As part of his transformative vision, Governor Yusuf continues to prioritize education, earning accolades such as the 2024 Governor of the Year award from Leadership Newspaper for his efforts to reduce out-of-school children and allocate 30% of the state’s budget to education. The recruitment of these security guards marks another milestone in ensuring that Kano’s children can learn without fear.
I dont think hiring that many security guards is the best approach. Maybe investing in better infrastructure would be more effective.
Wow, 17,600 security guards in schools? Is this really necessary or just an overreaction? Lets discuss 🤔.
Im not sure if hiring that many security guards is the best solution. What about investing in better infrastructure and resources for the schools instead?
Wow, do you think having so many security guards in schools is necessary or excessive? Im torn on this one!
Im not sure about this move – 17,600 security guards in schools seems excessive. Will it really make students safer?
Seems like a lot of security guards for schools in Kano State. Do you think its necessary or excessive?
Wow, hiring that many security guards for schools seems excessive. Are they really necessary, or is it overkill?
Do we really need 17,600 security guards in schools? Isnt that excessive? Lets discuss!
Im not convinced that having 17,600 security guards in schools is the best solution. Isnt there a better way to ensure safety and education?
Do we really need that many security guards in schools? Isnt it excessive? What about investing in other forms of support for students instead?
Im not sure hiring that many security guards is the best way to improve school safety. What about investing in other resources?
Im not sure hiring so many security guards is the best approach. Maybe investing in counseling or anti-bullying programs would be more effective.
Wow, do you think hiring 17,600 security guards is necessary or excessive for school safety in Kano State? Lets discuss!
Why not invest in improving educational resources instead of hiring so many security guards? What about addressing root causes?