Plateau State Governor Caleb Mutfwang has awarded contracts for the construction of 55 new secondary schools across the state as part of a comprehensive effort to revamp the education sector and improve the learning environment for students. The contract signing ceremony took place at the Twin Theatre, New Government House in Jos, marking a significant milestone in the governor’s commitment to enhancing educational infrastructure.
The construction project is being carried out under the Plateau State Adolescent Girls’ Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE), which is funded by the World Bank. Governor Mutfwang emphasized that the new schools are to be built to international standards and will serve as models for future educational projects in the state. He warned contractors to strictly adhere to the specified building standards and timelines, stressing that the allocated funds are not free grants, but investments that require accountability.
The governor highlighted the importance of this initiative, stating that it is a vital investment in the future of Plateau State’s youth. He also assured that strict supervisory mechanisms will be in place to ensure the quality and timely completion of the projects, with an emphasis on meeting the high standards expected by the World Bank.
At the event, the Commissioner for Secondary Education, Mohammed Nyalun, expressed gratitude to the World Bank, the Federal Government, and Governor Mutfwang for their roles in bringing the project to fruition. He noted that the initiative is a significant step toward providing every child in the state with access to education in a conducive learning environment.
Shirinkpo Maina, the Project Coordinator for the AGILE Plateau State project, provided an overview of the initiative, emphasizing that these new facilities will lay the foundation for inclusive and quality education accessible to every child in the state, regardless of their background.
