Bauchi State Deputy Governor, Rt. Hon. Mohammed Auwal Jatau has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the state government’s efforts in strengthening education and improving the quality of teaching and learning across the state.
Jatau made the remarks on Sunday during the 10th anniversary celebration of Government Girls College, Sakwa, in Zaki Local Government Area—his hometown and the location of the school, which he once attended as a student.
Reflecting on the school’s history, the Deputy Governor recalled his pivotal role during the administration of former Governor Malam Isah Yuguda in facilitating the upgrade of the institution from a Teachers’ College to its current status as a Government Girls College.
He emphasised that the decision to elevate the institution was rooted in the belief that investing in girls’ education is essential not only for the empowerment of individuals but also for broader societal progress.
Jatau commended the current administration of Governor Bala Mohammed for sustaining and expanding the vision through bold and strategic investments in the education sector. He noted that the government has continued to prioritise the development of schools to ensure access to quality education across the state.
As part of his contribution to the school, the Deputy Governor announced the installation of solar-powered streetlights within the school premises. The project, he said, is aimed at enhancing campus security and creating a safer, more conducive learning environment for students and staff.
“This college holds a special place in my heart,” he said. “As a former Head Boy of the old Government Teachers’ College, Sakwa, I still remember those early morning assemblies, the lessons under the mango trees, and the values instilled in us by passionate teachers—many of whom laid the foundation for what we have become today.”
Jatau’s remarks were met with applause from alumni, staff, students, and community members who gathered to celebrate the school’s decade-long transformation and its impact on education in the region.
PHOTO CREDIT: GALAJE LENSES
