JIGAWA STATE, Nigeria – As the new academic session commences for primary and secondary schools in Jigawa State today, the Birninkudu Old Boys Association (BIKOBA) reaffirms its dedication to collaborating with key stakeholders in the education sector to create an enabling environment for effective teaching and learning at the Government Unity College in Birninkudu.
The leadership of BIKOBA has expressed its readiness to continue ongoing efforts to engage willing and prominent members, education philanthropists, and corporate organizations to address the challenges faced by the college.
These commitments were articulated by Alhaji Ja’afar Usman Muhammad (TURAKIN GAYA), the President of BIKOBA, during a situation assessment tour of the college with members of the association’s executive committee.
President TURAKIN GAYA conveyed to the college’s management that BIKOBA is fully committed to influencing projects and interventions that complement the government’s efforts in providing a conducive and sustainable learning environment. He also encouraged the college’s management to propose initiatives that will advance the institution, assuring them of the association’s support within its capabilities.
In response, the Director of the college, Malam Alhassan Shehu, who assumed leadership in May 2023, shared some of the measures he had undertaken to address the college’s challenges. He highlighted the revival of one of the grounded school vehicles and the introduction of administrative initiatives to enhance the college’s operations.
While various critical issues concerning the college’s current status and future were discussed during the visit, the BIKOBA national leadership presented a set of brand new tires and a battery for one of the 18-seater buses that had been out of commission for some time.
The Birninkudu Old Boys Association, through its President and executive committee, is resolute in its commitment to supporting and improving Government Unity College, Birninkudu, to provide a high-quality education for the students and create a nurturing environment for their academic growth.
