Kano: SEMA seeks stronger partnership with UNESCO to boost education

Kano State Agency for Mass Education (SEMA) has pledged to deepen its collaboration with the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) to advance educational development across the state.

The Executive Secretary of SEMA, Dr. Binta Abubakar, made the commitment while receiving a delegation from UNESCO at the agency’s headquarters in Kano.

She outlined key programmes being implemented by the agency, including vocational training and a range of educational and public enlightenment initiatives designed to improve literacy levels and promote skill acquisition.

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Dr. Abubakar stated that the agency remains focused on expanding access to education and empowering residents through practical knowledge and capacity-building efforts.

Speaking during the visit, the UNESCO Team Leader, Jean Paul Ngome, commended SEMA for its ongoing efforts to promote education in the state.

He noted that the purpose of the delegation’s visit was to gain deeper insight into the agency’s activities and identify areas where UNESCO could offer additional support.

Ngome stressed the importance of sustained collaboration in achieving long-term and sustainable educational development in Kano State.

Also speaking, UNESCO’s Head of Education Sector, Oladeji Adeyemi, praised the agency’s management for its commitment to improving educational outcomes.

He acknowledged SEMA’s consistent efforts in empowering residents through education and skill development programmes.