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Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang
The Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang, has awarded contracts for the construction of 55 new secondary schools across the state, in a move to overhaul the education sector and enhance the learning environment for students.
The contract signing ceremony which was held at the Twin Theatre, New Government House, Jos, on Wednesday, marked a significant step in the governor’s commitment to transforming the state’s educational infrastructure.
During the event, Mutfwang emphasised that the new schools must adhere to international standards and serve as models for future educational developments.
“This project, under the Plateau State Adolescent Girls’ Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE), funded by the World Bank, is a crucial investment in improving the learning environment for our students,” Mutfwang stated.
The governor further stressed that the funds allocated for these projects are not free grants, urging contractors to adhere to the specified building standards and timelines strictly.
He said, “Let me warn you ahead of time, you must do a good job. We will ensure that these projects meet the highest standards. Our supervisory mechanisms will be top-notch because we want to set a precedence with this initiative. When the World Bank team comes for evaluation, we must not be found wanting.”
Speaking at the event, the Commissioner for Secondary Education, Mohammed Nyalun, thanked the World Bank, the Federal Government, and the governor for making the project a reality.
He highlighted that the initiative is a crucial step towards ensuring every child in the state has access to education in a conducive learning environment.
The Project Coordinator, AGILE Plateau State project, Shirinkpo Maina, provided an overview of the initiative, noting that these facilities lay the groundwork for inclusive and quality education that’s accessible to every child, regardless of background.
