The Katsina State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has commenced a screening and interview exercise for shortlisted candidates vying for the position of principals in the newly established Radda Model Schools across the state.
The exercise is designed to identify and appoint the most qualified, competent, and experienced education administrators to lead the model institutions. It is being conducted in a transparent and merit-based manner in line with the vision of Governor Malam Dikko Umaru Radda, PhD, CON, to transform the education sector and strengthen leadership in public schools.
According to the Ministry, the process involves a detailed assessment of candidates’ academic qualifications, administrative experience, leadership capacity, and familiarity with modern educational management practices.
The initiative, the Ministry added, reflects the state government’s commitment to ensuring quality education delivery through the appointment of capable and disciplined school leaders who will promote accountability, innovation, and academic excellence in the Radda Model Schools.
Upon completion of the screening and interview exercise, the list of successful candidates will be released, and they will be deployed to their respective schools in line with the academic calendar.
The Screening and Interview Committee is chaired by the Permanent Secretary, Ummulkheir Ahmed Bawa, with members including Jafaru A. Mamman (AD, HR Office), Tanimu Nuhu Kakale (Coordinator), Nasiru Ahmed (DPC), Rabi’u Yusuf Jibo (DSSS), Usman Zuwaira M.M. (PMI, TSB), Salisu Yakubu (DAS, MBASE), and Shaku Yahaya A.B. (TSB).
Other members are Carol Barlow, Zainab Bugaje Jika, and Sagir Ibrahim Muhammad, all representing Hallmark Consultants.
Bashir Ya’u, Media Assistant to the Katsina State Governor, Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, confirmed the development in a statement issued on October 8, 2025.
