Nyesom Wike, the Minister of the Nigerian Federal Capital Territory (FCT), has given his approval for the allocation of N13.1 billion to fund the refurbishment, construction of new toilets, and provision of furniture in secondary and primary schools across the Six Area Councils in 2024.
Dr. Danlami Hayyo, the Mandate Secretary of the Federal Capital Territory Administration Education Secretariat, revealed this information at a year-end media briefing held in Abuja on Wednesday.
According to his statement, the earmarked funds will be divided among the Councils according to the specific needs of their school projects.
The education secretary explained that the minister had pledged his commitment to ensure that all the projects are executed in 2024.
Hayyo said:
Hayyo revealed that throughout the period from January to December 2023, the Education Secretariat conducted training sessions for secondary education board staff in London.
The focus of these sessions was on British Education Training Technology, aiming to enhance the skills and knowledge of the participating staff members.
The training initiative was designed to align with the evolving landscape of education technology, providing secondary education board staff with valuable insights and tools.
He listed other trainings to include:
Meanwhile, Hayyo called on the staff of the secretariat to be committed to achieving positive results and not to be deterred by challenges.
