Kano Begins Evacuation Of Almajiris To Own States As Katsina Receives 432 Tomorrow

Kano state government has moved to decongest Almajiri schools, as arrangements have been finalized for the official evacuation of Almajiri pupils to their respective states/local government for an onward reunion with their families.

The government said these are part of an effort to ensure sustained implementation of its Free and Compulsory Basic Primary and Secondary Education.

A statement issued by the state commissioner for Information, Malam Muhammad Garba indicated that already, preparations have been concluded for the handing over of 432 Almajiris to the Katsina state government scheduled to take place tomorrow (Tuesday) at the Kano/Katsina border.

The statement sent Solacebase on Monday indicated that the measure is taken considering that since the closure of all primary and secondary schools three weeks ago, the Almajiri seminaries remain congested with pupils having no shelter and nowhere to go.

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‘’The measure, which was also adopted after due consultation, is in line with its proactive measures to control the spread of the deadly virus in the state,’’ said the statement.

‘’The commissioner pointed out that the state government is in contact with other states to see the successful evacuation of the Almajiri to their states of origin.’’

According to the statement, the states include Katsina  432, Yobe 63, Kaduna 198, Jigawa 663, Bauchi 101, Zamfara 01, Gombe 09, Nassarawa, 10, Kano state 117 and Niger republic 01.

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Malam Garba in the statement assured that the exercise would be continuous until all the Almajiris are evacuated and sent to their states of origin.

He called on the public to religiously observe the stay at home order and personal hygiene in order to be safe.