Kano State Governor, Abba Kabir Yusuf, has issued permanent and pensionable appointment letters to 400 newly hired Mathematics teachers deployed to secondary schools across the state.
In a statement released by his spokesperson, Sunusi Bature Dawakin Tofa, the governor explained that the recruitment aims to address subject shortages that have been negatively affecting students’ performance and preparedness for future careers.
He noted that Mathematics forms the backbone of science, technology, engineering, and innovation, and stressed that Kano must develop a solid foundation in the subject to remain competitive in a knowledge-driven global environment.
Governor Yusuf added that the newly engaged teachers are expected to greatly improve instructional quality, boost exam performance, and strengthen students’ prospects in STEM disciplines.