By Hussaini Ibrahim
The Kano State Universal Basic Education Board has intensified efforts to promote safe and inclusive learning environments through expanded safeguarding training programmes across the state.
The Executive Chairman of the board, Yusuf Kabir, disclosed this during the monitoring of a safeguarding short message training at Kafin Maiyaki Special Primary School in Kiru Local Government Education Authority.
Kabir, who was represented by the Director of Special Programmes, Nura Ibrahim, said the initiative was designed to equip basic education stakeholders with essential knowledge on safeguarding practices.
“The essence of this training is to build the capacity of our teachers and education managers on safeguarding principles, so they can cascade the knowledge to others and promote a culture of safety in all our schools,” he said.
According to him, the programme targets 252 participants, including 112 head teachers and 140 heads of units drawn from 28 non-PLANE local government areas.
He explained that the training adopts a Train-the-Trainer approach, enabling head teachers to transfer knowledge to other teachers within their schools.
The director noted that the programme focuses on key safeguarding issues such as abuse prevention, reporting mechanisms, confidentiality, and the establishment of referral pathways within the school system.
He added that the modules cover topics including types of abuse, disclosure processes, the “5 Rs,” and the creation of effective safeguarding structures.
Ibrahim further disclosed that 20 master trainers, previously trained by a PLANE safeguarding consultant, were facilitating the sessions to ensure quality delivery.
He said participants’ performance would be evaluated through pre-test and post-test assessments, alongside continuous monitoring to measure impact.
The SUBEB official expressed optimism that the initiative would improve teacher capacity, enhance pupil behaviour, and increase awareness of safeguarding practices across schools.
He added that follow-up activities such as monitoring, mentorship, and refresher training would be conducted to sustain the gains of the programme.
The board reiterated its commitment to ensuring that every child in Kano State learns in a safe, supportive, and protective environment.
