Secondary School Education Board Bulletin-Niger State

10/02/2026

The Member II, Niger State Senior Secondary Education Board, Hon Salihu Danladi Maikwarya Biyu, has appointed Hassan A Azeez to serve as the Chief Protocol Officer to the Member II of the Niger State Senior Secondary Education Board.

We pray that Almighty Allah grants him the wisdom, strength, and guidance to discharge his duties with integrity, dedication, and a strong sense of responsibility.

30/01/2026

Today, 30/01/2026, the Member II of the Senior Secondary Education Board, Hon Salihu Danladi (Maikwarya Biyu), paid a visit to the Secondary School, Anguwan Gayan suleja, to listen to the complaints and challenges facing the school.

During the visit, Hon. Salihu Danladi went round the school to personally assess the situation on ground. He inspected the classrooms where students receive lessons and observed some of the damages, including the shortage of desks and other essential facilities in the school.

The Principal of the school expressed happiness and appreciation for the visit of the Member II, Hon. Salihu Danladi Maikwarya Biyu. She also commended his concern for the development of education and prayed that Allah grants him the ability to address the challenges and returns him home safely. Ameen.

28/01/2026

Today the Niger State Senior Secondary Education Board held a meeting with all principals of senior secondary schools across zone B. The meeting was convened to discuss important issues, to introduce the board members to the principals and to introduce meaningful reforms aimed at improving the education sector in Niger State.

The meeting focused on school improvement, infrastructure development, and ensuring the delivery of quality and standard education to students in senior secondary schools.

In conclusion, the meeting was very successful. The Chairman of the Senior Secondary Education Board expressed satisfaction with the outcome and assured all stakeholders of the Board’s commitment to doing its best to promote progress and development in the education sector of Niger State.

Everyone present was wished well, and prayers were offered for the safe return of all participants to their respective destinations.

16/01/2026

Today, Friday, permanent member 2 Niger State Senior Secondary Education Board, Hon Salihu Danladi (Maikwarya biyu is present at the office, fully committed to carrying out official duties. This reflects dedication, responsibility, and continuous service toward strengthening secondary education and ensuring effective administration for the benefit of our schools and students.

13/01/2026

DATE: 9th–10th January, 2026

Permanent Member II
Niger State Secondary School Education Board Hon. Salihu Danladi Maikwarya Biyu was at Bida federal government college of education for some official reports of activities, thus ,

1. Strategic Engagement with the Management of Federal Government College, Bida
Hon. Salihu Danladi Maikwarya Biyu, Permanent Member II of the Niger State Secondary School Education Board, held a strategic and consultative meeting with the management of the Federal Government College, Bida.

The meeting centered on critical issues affecting the quality of education, particularly the need for renovation and rehabilitation of classrooms and learning facilities. Emphasis was also placed on discipline, accountability, and effective supervision, with a strong call for teachers to maintain punctuality, regular school attendance, and full engagement in classroom activities

Hon. Maikwarya Biyu reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to strengthening the education sector through collaboration, effective monitoring, and policy-driven interventions, in line with government efforts to provide a safe, functional, and conducive learning environment for students.

2. Inspection Visit to Federal Technical College, Bida
As part of his oversight responsibilities, Hon. Salihu Danladi Maikwarya Biyu conducted an inspection visit to the Federal Technical College, Bida, to assess existing infrastructural and operational challenges within the institution.

During the visit, he inspected non-functional facilities, classrooms with inadequate furniture, and other areas requiring urgent intervention. Despite these challenges, he commended the dedication and perseverance of the teaching staff for their sustained commitment to delivering quality education under difficult conditions.

The Permanent Member reiterated his resolve to collaborate with relevant stakeholders and authorities to address the identified gaps and enhance the learning and working environment for both students and staff.

3. Monitoring Visit to Federal Government Girls’ College, Bida
Hon. Salihu Danladi Maikwarya Biyu also carried out a monitoring visit to the Federal Government Girls’ College, Bida, to evaluate the state of facilities and the level of deterioration of classrooms and furniture.

The visit included an inspection of damaged classrooms, desks, and chairs as well as an assessment of the overall teaching and learning environment. He encouraged teachers to remain committed to their duties and to continue striving for excellence in academic delivery, emphasizing the vital role of education in students’ intellectual and personal development.

Hon. Maikwarya Biyu assured the school management of his readiness to engage the appropriate authorities to address the challenges identified and to support initiatives aimed at improving educational standards within the institution.

12/01/2026

12/01/2026

NIGER STATE SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL EDUCATION BOARD WENT ON SUPERVISION AS SCHOOLS IN THE STATE RESUMED BACK.

Today been 12th January, 2026. The Chairman of the Board, Alh. Abdulkadir Shehu Nafuntua alongside, Hon. Hon Salihu Danladi (Permanent Member II), Mallam Salisu Baba Saleh (CEO Exams), Mallam Dauda Musa (Director Quality Assurance), and Mallam Dalhatu Tanko (DD School Services) were out on supervision as some selected Schools within the state resumed back, for the continuation of Academic activities.

The supervision was carried out in five Schools within Suleja LG, thus;

Suleiman Barau Technical College,

Government Science Secondary School,

Women Day Secondary School,

Government Commercial College Old Barracks,

Government Girls Day Secondary School,

The delegation were at the aforementioned Schools to ascertain proper resumption of both Staff and Students, and to as well take records of dilapidated facilities in each School, so as to facilitate for immediate intervention in accordance to, HE. Farmer Gov. Muhammad Umar Bago New Niger Agenda.

The Chairman of the Board, stressed the important of resumption as enshrined in the Academic calendar, and further warned that any defaulter identified, will be dealt with in a proper manner.

08/01/2026

The Chairman of the Secondary Education Board, alongside Board members, Directors of all departments, and staff, held a strategic meeting aimed at strengthening the activities of the Ministry and addressing critical issues affecting the progress of the Board.

During the meeting, the Chairman and Permanent Members urged Directors and staff to comply with laid-down policies and to work efficiently and effectively in discharging their responsibilities.

The Chairman further stated that he and the Permanent Members are fully committed and ready to work diligently to ensure that all necessary resources are made available to accelerate the Ministry’s activities.

He also emphasized the urgent need to restructure dilapidated public schools across the state and called for proper supervisory measures, including regular inspection visits, to identify challenges and resolve them amicably.

Sign Ibrahim_K_Adamu Personal assistant to PM4, Secondary education board, Minna Niger state.

06/01/2026

BREAKING NEWS: ONLY SCHOOLS BOTH PUBLIC AND PRIVATE WITHIN THE FOLLOWING LOCAL GOVERNMENTS WILL BE OPEN ON MONDAY 12TH JANUARY,2026
1: CHANCHAGA
2: BOSSO,
3: BIDA
4: SULEJA
OTHER SCHOOLS IN THE REMAINING LOCAL GOVERNMENTS ARE DIFFERED TO DATE TO BE MENTIONED IN DUE COURSE IN BATCHES PENDING SECURITY CLEARANCE.

06/01/2026

NIGER STATE MINISTRY OF BASIC AND SECONDARY EDUCATION HOSTS INTER-MINISTERIAL MEETING ON SAFE SCHOOL REOPENING.

The Niger State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education has convened an Inter-Ministerial Meeting on the safe reopening of schools across the state, as part of ongoing efforts to ensure a secure, coordinated, and hitch-free resumption of academic activities.

The meeting was hosted by the Honourable Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Dr. Hadiza Asabe Mohammed, and brought together Commissioners and senior officials from key Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) whose mandates are critical to school safety and effective service delivery.

Discussions at the meeting centred on strengthening inter-agency collaboration to guarantee the safety of learners, teachers, and school communities. Key focus areas included security arrangements, health and sanitation measures, emergency preparedness, infrastructure readiness, student welfare, and the enforcement of existing safety protocols in public and private schools.

Dr. Hadiza Asabe Mohammed emphasised that the safe reopening of schools remains a top priority of the Niger State Government under the leadership of Farmer Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago, noting that education cannot thrive without a secure and enabling environment. She stressed the need for all relevant MDAs to work in synergy to address potential risks and ensure full compliance with government directives.

The Commissioner added that, in view of the recent security incidents recorded on Sunday, 4th January 2026—particularly the attacks at Kasuwan Daji and the Mobile Police Quarters in Wawa, both in Borgu Local Government Area—the Niger State Government has conducted a fresh review of the security situation based on expert advice from security agencies.

The Government wishes to clearly state that the safety and well-being of students, teachers, school administrators, and the general public remain its highest priority.

Consequently, based on security concerns raised within the last forty-eight (48) hours in the Niger North Senatorial District, the Government has approved the extension of the closure of all public and private schools in Zone C, pending further security clearance.

However, parents, guardians, and school authorities in Bida Metropolis in Zone A, as well as Minna, Bosso, and Suleja in Zone B Local Government Areas, are advised to proceed with preparations for resumption as earlier announced for both public and private (day and boarding) schools.

Contributing Commissioners reaffirmed their Ministries’ commitment to supporting the education sector, assuring that necessary measures within their respective jurisdictions would be deployed to ensure a smooth and safe reopening of schools.

The meeting resolved to intensify coordination, monitoring, and information sharing among stakeholders, while also engaging school administrators, parents, and communities to sustain a culture of safety and vigilance.

The Inter-Ministerial engagement forms part of a broader strategy by the Niger State Government to reposition the education sector and safeguard the future of its children through proactive planning and collective responsibility.

Signed:
Tumaka Nagarta Priscilla
Information Officer
Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education
6th January, 2026.

12/12/2025

FARMER GOVERNOR SWEARS IN BOARD MEMBERS, COMMISSIONERS, CHAIRMEN & VICE CHAIRMEN AND OTHERS

The Niger State Governor, Umaru Mohammed Bago has sworn in the newly appointed members of the Secondary School Education Board, the Universal Basic Education Board, commissioners, chairmen and vice chairmen of local government councils as well as members of the Law Reform Commission.

The swearing in ceremony took place at the Hauwa Wali Hall, Government House Minna where The oath of allegiance was administered on the appointees by Justice Maimuna Abubakar of High Court 6, who represented the Chief Judge.

Governor Bago urged the newly office holders to demonstrate dedication, integrity and commitment in carrying out their responsibilities for the progress of the state.

In their remarks, the newly sworn-in officials expressed their profound gratitude to His Excellency for the trust reposed in them and reaffirmed their commitment to inclusive and effective leadership in line with the New Niger Agenda.

11/12/2025

HON MAI KWARYA BIYU VISITS HON MUDI.

Today, 11/12 205 Permanent member 2 Secondary School Education Board Hon Salihu Danladi Mai Kwarya Biyu visits Permanent member 2 State Universal Basic Education Hon. Mudi in his office at Old State Secretariat.

The two members discussed on wide range of issues including how they will cooperate with each other and the state of affairs in both Basic and Secondary Schools in the state and try to profer possible solutions.

Hon. Mudi thanked Hon. Mai Kwarya Biyu for the visit promising to reciprocate and prayed for God's guidance as they discharge their duties.