The Kano State Government has postponed the resumption date for both primary and secondary schools for the 2024-2025 academic session till further notice.
The Kano State Commissioner of Education, Umar Doguwa announced the postponement of the new academic year in a statement on Sunday night.
Doguwa in the statement said the government made the decision due to some urgent reasons that will help improve the learning environment for students.
“The initial resumption dates of September 8 and 9, 2024 are no longer valid and a new date will be announced soon,” he said.
“We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the postponement and appeal to students, parents and guardians to bear with the situation. A new resumption date will be announced in due course.”
According to the Director of Public Enlightenment in the State Ministry of Education, Balarabe Kiru who signed the statement on behalf of Doguwa, the Kano State Government understands the importance of starting the academic session on time.
Kiru added that the government must, however, prioritise the welfare and safety of students in Kano State.
He explained that the postponement is necessary to ensure that the state provides a conducive learning environment for students.
Kiru also made an appeal to parents, guardians and students to bear with the state government.
