The Bauchi State Government has condemned the proliferation and arbitrary construction of private institutions throughout the state, which are in flagrant violation of the rules and regulations that govern such institutions.
Dr. Jamila Mohammed Dahiru, the State Commissioner of Education, made this remark on Tuesday when launching a Taskforce Committee to combat unregistered private schools in the state.
While speaking with members of the Taskforce shortly after the inauguration, she stated that “this is one of the state government’s efforts to address the problems associated with the proliferation of unregistered private schools and non-compliance with the state guidelines for the establishment of such schools.”
The Commissioner also stated that a town hall meeting was convened with the proprietors of such schools, their association, and other stakeholders, where decisions were made, including the establishment of the Taskforce on private schools.
Jamila Dahiru highlighted the Committee’s terms of reference, which include identifying unregistered schools in the state, conducting inspection visits to the affected schools, and delivering instant judgments through a Mobile Court.
In addition, she stated that the Committee would “devise means of tracking compliance, take any other action to enhance compliance with private school guidelines in the state, and co-opt any individuals who may assist the Committee in discharging its duties.”
Dr. Nasir Alaa, Chairman of the House Committee on Education, spoke on behalf of the Taskforce members and committed to carrying out their obligations diligently.
He praised the State Government, through the Ministry of Education, for forming the Taskforce, which he said was long overdue given the expansion of private schools, including those in places unsuited for such operations.
He stressed that the Legislature is always willing to assist the Executive in creating a conducive atmosphere for effective service delivery in the education sector.