- The Executive Secretary of the Kano State Senior Secondary Schools Management Board, Alhaji Rabi’u Sale Gwarzo, has called on parents across the state to support their children in obtaining their National Identification Number (NIN) to facilitate their participation in digital-based examinations.
This was disclosed by the Director of School Services, Alhaji Abbas Abdullahi, while addressing newsmen in his office.
Alhaji Abbas Abdullahi emphasized the importance of the NIN in the current global shift towards digital education systems. He explained that the NIN is now a prerequisite for students to register and sit for major national examinations such as WAEC, NECO, and NBAIS, as these bodies have adopted digital records management.
He urged parents to complement the efforts of the Kano State Governor, Alhaji Abba Kabir Yusuf, who is committed to revitalizing the education sector in the state. Alhaji Abbas also encouraged members of the community to visit nearby schools regularly to motivate both students and teachers.
Furthermore, he commended the Governor for ensuring that boarding students receive three nutritious meals daily, which has contributed positively to their academic performance and well-being.
In his closing remarks, he advised students to remain committed to their studies and diligently complete all assignments given by their teachers.