Jigawa, PLANE, SCI Celebrates International Day of Education 2025
PLANE celebrate international day of education 2025...

From Hauwa Muhammad, Dutse
The Jigawa State Government, in collaboration with Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria (PLANE) and Save the Children International (SCI), celebrated the International Day of Education 2025 on January 28.
The event, held at the Manpower Development Institute Dutse, on Tuesday 28th January, 2025, brought together stakeholders in the education sector, including government officials, educators, students, and representatives from civil society organizations.
Professor Haruna Musa, Chairman of the Jigawa State Universal Basic Education Bureau (SUBEB), delivered a keynote address, emphasizing the state governor’s commitment to modernizing education in Jigawa State. He highlighted the governor’s initiative, “New Globe,” aimed at addressing learning poverty and crisis in the state.

“The governor is passionate about ensuring every child has access to basic education, regardless of their background,” Professor Musa said. “The New Globe initiative is a testament to this commitment, and we are working tirelessly to ensure its successful implementation.”
Mustapha B. Ahmad, PLANE State Team Lead, commended the government’s efforts to increase education funding and recruit teachers. He stressed the need for innovative facilities, adequate teachers, and artificial intelligence to enhance education.
“The International Day of Education is a reminder of the importance of education in shaping the future of our children and our society,” Ahmad said. “We must continue to work together to ensure that every child has access to quality education, regardless of their background or circumstances.”
The International Day of Education aims to raise awareness about education’s importance and ensure inclusive, equitable quality education for all. This year’s theme, “AI and Education: Preserving Human Agency in a World of Automation,” highlights technological advancements’ challenges and opportunities.
The event was attended by representatives of the wife of the state governor, Hajiya Hadiza Namadi, the Commissioner of Education, and students from various schools.
In his remarks, Joshua Daniel, Director of Save the Children International (SCI) in Jigawa State, emphasized the importance of education in shaping the future of children and society.
“Education is a fundamental human right, and it is our collective responsibility to ensure that every child has access to quality education,” Daniel said.
The event concluded with a call to action, urging stakeholders to continue working together to ensure that every child in Jigawa State has access to quality education.