The Katsina State Government has introduced extra lessons for students in public schools across the state for the forthcoming 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE).
The government said that the decision was part of its efforts to ensure optimal performance of final-year students in both public, private and community schools.
This is contained in a statement issued in Katsina on Monday, by Malam Sani Danjuma, the Public Relations Officer of the state’s Ministry of Secondary and Basic Education.
“As part of the ministry’s commitment to achieving greater educational excellence under the leadership of Gov. Dikko Radda, the ministry has recently introduced an action plan for each term following approval of the state annual school year calendar.
“Therefore, to ensure optimal performance of final year students, the ministry introduced extra lessons for students in public schools across the state for the upcoming 2025 Senior School Certificate Examination (SSCE).
“It is pertinent to note the existing state law and directive to close all schools during the sacred month of Ramadan; it has become paramount for students sitting for external examinations to continue their preparation for exit exams.
“This is in line with the West African Examination Council (WAEC), National Examination Council (NECO), National Board for Technical Education Board (NABTEB), and National Board for Arabic and Islamic Board (NBAIS) approved syllabus.”
According to him, the ministry directs all public, private and community schools to continue extra lessons from March 3, 2025, due to the need to minimise disruptions of the final year academic calendar.
Danjuma further explained that the aim was to ensure students did not fall behind in their pursuits while still observing the Holy month of Ramadan.
“While the state government is making plans to support this initiative, all schools are expected to make necessary arrangements by adjusting the extra lesson schedule to ensure students are engaged appropriately throughout the 2nd term holiday.
“The government would like to urge all schools to maintain a supportive and inclusive environment for students of all faiths and backgrounds to promote a culture of understanding, respect, and academic excellence.
“The above directives supersedes all previous public announcements,” Danjuma said.
(Guardian)
