Departmental Briefing Report

Katsina State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education

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Executive Summary

This comprehensive departmental briefing report presents the proceedings of meetings convened by the Honorable Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Hajia Zainab Musa Musawa, following her recent deployment to the Ministry from the Ministry of Women Affairs. The purpose of these meetings was to familiarize herself with the various departments and agencies within the ministry, understand their roles and responsibilities, and collectively chart a course for improving the standard of education in Katsina State.

The Honorable Commissioner emphasized her commitment to transforming the state's education sector, highlighting that the current educational standards in Katsina State are below expectations and require urgent and concerted efforts to reverse the trend. She underscored the importance of synergy among all departments and agencies within the ministry, stressing that while developmental partners play a significant role in advancing education in the state, the ministry must also effectively fulfill its duties.