Kano Commissioner Reaffirms Commitment to Teaching Standards as KSSSSMB Honours Outstanding Teachers
KANO — The Kano State Commissioner for Education, Gwani Dr. Ali Haruna Makoda, has reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to strengthening teaching standards, promoting professionalism, and improving the quality of education across public schools.
The Commissioner stated this while leading the presentation of commendation letters to outstanding teachers under the Kano State Senior Secondary Schools Management Board (KSSSSMB), in recognition of their dedication, commitment, and contributions to the development of education in the state.
Makoda commended the Executive Secretary of KSSSSMB, Hon. Rabi’u Sale Gwarzo, for initiating the recognition programme, describing it as a step towards motivating teachers, encouraging professionalism, and enhancing effective service delivery within the education sector.
He noted that recognising teachers who demonstrate commitment to their responsibilities would help promote a culture of excellence and strengthen the government’s efforts to improve educational standards across Kano State.
In his remarks, the Executive Secretary of KSSSSMB, Hon. Rabi’u Sale Gwarzo, expressed appreciation to the Commissioner for his continued support and for personally leading the presentation ceremony.
Gwarzo reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to identifying, recognising, and rewarding teachers whose dedication and professional conduct contribute to improving teaching and learning outcomes in public senior secondary schools.
He added that the initiative aligns with the education development agenda of the administration of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, which seeks to strengthen the education sector through improved teacher motivation and effective service delivery.
The Executive Secretary also urged teachers to remain committed to their duties and continue striving for improved academic performance among students. He equally called on school administrators to provide the necessary support and supervision to enable teachers to discharge their responsibilities effectively.
Earlier, the Director of Monitoring and Evaluation, Hajiya Halima Musa Abubakar, in her welcome address, appreciated the Executive Secretary for supporting the Board’s monitoring activities, including unscheduled visits to schools to assess teachers’ performance, monitor compliance with professional standards, and encourage greater accountability.
She emphasised the importance of continuous monitoring and evaluation in ensuring that teachers remain focused on their responsibilities and that educational policies translate into improved classroom outcomes.
The ceremony attracted representatives of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), the Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS), and the All Nigeria Confederation of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS), as well as Permanent Secretaries from various ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) and other education stakeholders.
Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Hafsat Muhammad Jakada, Principal of GGSS Kofar Kudu, and Sunusi Khalid Bello of GGASS Tudun Fulani, expressed gratitude to the Board for recognising their contributions.
They pledged to sustain their dedication to duty, uphold professional standards, and continue contributing to the advancement of education in Kano State.
The recognition programme underscores the importance of teacher motivation, professional accountability, and institutional support in building a stronger and more effective education system.
By Usman Datti Abdullahi
Director, Public Enlightenment
Kano State Senior Secondary Schools Management Board (KSSSSMB)
October 28, 2026
