The Kano State Government on Saturday revoked the operational certificates of all private schools operating in the state.
According to The PUNCH, the Special Adviser to the governor on Private and Voluntary Institutions, Alhaji Baba Umar, disclosed this during a meeting with private school proprietors.
He said that all private schools were required to complete new registration forms immediately, as the government had initiated process for the issuance of fresh certificates.
Umar explained that the action underscored the government’s resolve to ensure that private schools adhered to the prescribed laws and regulations for operating in the state.
“Private school proprietors are reminded of their responsibility to pay the 10 per cent tax to the government. This financial commitment always propels advancements in the sector,” he noted.
The Special Adviser reassured all stakeholders that he would ensure justice and fairness in overseeing the activities of private schools in the state.
He stressed the need for enforcement of operational regulations by the proprietors of private schools which encompass facilities, learning environment, curriculum, and academic schedules.
