A former Kano State Commissioner for Education, Muhammad Sanusi S. Kiru, has criticized the recent relocation of Government Girls’ Secondary School (GGSS) Maikwatashi to Kaura Goje, describing the move as ill-timed and poorly handled.
In an open letter to Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf, Kiru expressed deep concern over what he called a “mismanaged and insensitive process,” which, according to him, disrupted the education of students and caused unnecessary hardship for teachers and the community.
He explained that the relocation was executed in haste, noting that the demolition of the old school before the completion of the new site was “a costly mistake that could have been avoided.” Kiru drew from his own experience as a former commissioner, saying, “When I supervised the relocation of Jido Primary School, we made sure the new facilities were fully ready before moving the students. That’s how you maintain continuity and protect the integrity of the process.”
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The former commissioner also expressed disapproval of the narrative linking the Sabon Gari community to criminal activities, calling such statements unfair and divisive. “Sabon Gari residents have been vital to Kano’s growth and were among the strongest supporters of the current administration in the 2023 elections,” he said.
Kiru further raised questions about the alleged sale of the old school’s land, reportedly valued at ₦100 million per plot. He described the move as “a regrettable waste of public assets” and suggested that the space could have been repurposed for community development projects like sports facilities or civic centres.
He also called on the governor to rein in political aides who make unguarded comments on education-related matters, referencing a viral video by the Special Adviser on Political Matters, Sunusi Surajo Kwankwaso, which he said worsened the situation.
Commending the current Commissioner for Education for staying above the controversy, Kiru advised him to “correct the missteps and restore public confidence in the ministry.”
Kiru concluded by urging the Kano State Government to adopt a more strategic and inclusive approach to future school projects. “The relocation of Maikwatashi should have been handled with planning, sensitivity, and respect for the affected community. The lesson here is simple—education projects require not just action, but wisdom and empathy,” he said.
