Kano Unveils 10-Year Education Plan to Tackle Learning Crisis

The Kano State Government has commenced the development of a 10-year strategic education plan aimed at addressing the state’s learning crisis and reducing the number of out-of-school children.

The initiative, being implemented in partnership with the United Nations Children’s Fund and the European Union, also includes a three-year operational plan to guide implementation.

Known as the 2026–2035 Kano State Strategic Education Sector and Operational Plan (SESP & SESOP), the framework seeks to improve access to quality education, enhance learning outcomes, and strengthen the overall education system across the state.

Speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting, Karanveer Singh described education as a critical tool for national development. He noted that the new plans would help tackle the challenge of out-of-school children while improving the quality of teaching and learning.

According to him, UNICEF is working closely with the state’s Ministry of Education, the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), and other stakeholders to build capacity and introduce effective teaching and learning methods.

“The target is every child in school. No child should miss education,” Singh said, stressing that quality education remains key to raising productive and economically empowered citizens.

Also speaking, Haladu Mohammed reaffirmed the commitment of the administration of Abba Kabir Yusuf to transforming the education sector. He pointed to the government’s investments in education and the declaration of a state of emergency in the sector as evidence of that commitment.

A resource person from the National Institute for Educational Planning and Administration, Lara Ogunsola, said the institute would provide technical support to ensure the plan is practical, scalable, and sustainable.

Meanwhile, Co-Chair of the Kano State Accountability Forum on Education (K-SAFE), Auwalu Halilu, said civil society organisations were contributing grassroots perspectives to ensure the plan effectively addresses educational challenges across the state.

Stakeholders expressed optimism that the initiative would help reverse poor learning outcomes and expand access to education for thousands of children in Kano State.