Gov. Mai Mala Buni of Yobe, on Tuesday in Damaturu, inaugurated a 21-member State Education Appeal Fund Raising Committee to fast track revitalization of the education sector.
Buni, represented by his deputy, Alhaji Idi Gubana, said the objectives of the committee were to bring on board philanthropists, wealthy individuals, corporate organizations, and other stakeholders to contribute towards sustainable education reform.
He said the committee would be chaired by his deputy, Idi Gubana.
The governor said that the terms of reference of the committee are: “to establish clear aims, objectives, and purpose of the fundraising event.
“To deliberate and propose how to organize the event to achieve optimal effect under prevailing circumstances, and to evaluate the possibility of holding a hybrid event combining virtual and physical participation.
“To propose the relevant sub-committees and other structures for the smooth execution of the event, to make adequate preparation for the launching to take place before the end of the year,” he said.
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According to him, education is the collective responsibility of everyone.
Buni had at the inception of his administration on May 29, 2019, declared a State of Emergency on Basic and secondary education, to address challenges bedeviling the sector. (NAN)
