The Jigawa State Government has taken a giant leap in revolutionizing the education sector with the launch of an e-portal for Special Assistants to submit their reports. This innovative move aims to eliminate bottlenecks and reduce unnecessary travel to the state capital, Dutse. The e-portal is part of Governor Umar Namadi’s efforts to prioritize education, as outlined in his 12-point agenda.
According to Hon. Abdullahi Hudu, Special Adviser to the Governor on Education, the e-portal will enhance monitoring of educational projects and activities across the state. The platform will also enable real-time data collection, facilitating informed decision-making. This move is expected to streamline the monitoring process, ensuring accountability and transparency in the education sector.
In addition to the e-portal, the state government has also organized a three-day training program for 120 Special Assistants on education. The training focused on school monitoring and improving learning outcomes, aiming to build the capacity of the appointees to discharge their duties effectively.
The training program was the first of its kind since the inception of Governor Namadi’s administration in 2023. It was designed to equip the Special Assistants with the necessary skills and knowledge to monitor educational projects and activities in their respective areas. The program also emphasized the importance of submitting reports promptly to the designated body, ensuring accountability and transparency.
Hon. Abdullahi Hudu explained that the training program was organized to strengthen the capacity of the Special Assistants in school monitoring and improving learning outcomes. He emphasized that the program aimed to build the capacity of the appointees to discharge their duties effectively, ensuring that the education sector in Jigawa State is transformed for the better.
The participants of the training program expressed their gratitude to the state government for the opportunity to acquire new skills and knowledge. They pledged to utilize the training to improve the education sector in their respective areas. With this innovative approach, Jigawa State is poised to become a model for education monitoring and development in Nigeria. The e-portal and the training program for Special Assistants are expected to have a positive impact on the education sector, ensuring that the state’s education system is transformed for the better.
The Jigawa State Government’s commitment to education is evident in the various policies and programs implemented to revitalize the sector. The state government’s efforts to provide quality education are recognized as a key factor in determining the state’s future. The launch of the e-portal and the training program for Special Assistants on education are significant steps towards transforming the education sector in Jigawa State. With sustained commitment and investment, the state’s education system is poised to become a model for other states to follow.
