In a heart-warming turn of events in Ilorin, Kwara state, the Ministry of Education and Human Capital Development has taken proactive steps to address issues concerning student behaviour and education in the state.
Twenty students were recently picked up on the streets during school hours, prompting the Commissioner, Hajia Sa’adatu Modibbo Kawu, to address both the students and their parents. She emphasized the importance of staying focused on their studies to achieve their parents’ dreams and urged parents to actively partner with schools to ensure their children’s success.
Additionally, the state government expressed dissatisfaction with recent unruly behavior exhibited by students at Government Day Secondary School and Government High School in Adeta, Ilorin. Hajia Modibbo Kawu conducted an unscheduled visit to the schools to investigate the issues and urged students to change their attitudes and remain focused on their studies.
The visit also served as an opportunity for the commissioner to appreciate the dedication of teachers and to reaffirm the government’s commitment to providing quality education. The principals of the schools, Hajia Fausat Ishola and Mallam Waheed Issa, applauded the administration for its efforts in improving the education sector.
In response to the schools’ request for support in reconstructing perimeter fencing, the state government assured them of intervention. The students, expressing remorse for their behavior, promised to uphold better conduct in the future.
Overall, the state government’s focus on education as a catalyst for prosperity and success is evident in its efforts to ensure a conducive learning environment for students in the state. With continued collaboration between the government, schools, parents, and students, a brighter future is undoubtedly on the horizon for education in Kwara state.
