A massive rainstorms that occurred in the Funtua Local Government Area of Katsina State has reportedly destroyed several school infrastructures and staff quarters.
Sani Danjuma Suleiman, the Public Relations Officer of the ministry made this known through an official statement released on Monday.
He made it known that the massive destruction occasioned by the rainstorm left the Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Zainab Musawa saddened.
The statement read, “With profound sorrow and complete submission to the will of Almighty Allah (S.W.T), the Katsina State Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education announces the devastating impact of a severe storm that struck the Funtua Senatorial Zone on the evening of June 22, 2025. The storm caused significant damage to school infrastructure and staff quarters across multiple educational institutions in the affected area.
“The Ministry, under the leadership of the Honourable Commissioner, Hajiya Zainab Musawa, extends its heartfelt sympathy to the schools, staff, and their families impacted by this calamity. The Commissioner has prayed for divine intervention to alleviate the suffering of those affected and assures them of the Ministry’s support during this challenging time.
“The Honourable Commissioner Hajiya Zainab Musa Musawa urges school management to ensure that the ongoing school activities continue, emphasising the importance of maintaining student attendance and academic continuity despite adversity. The Ministry is actively assessing the extent of the damage and will provide further updates on measures to address the situation. For inquiries, please contact the Public Relations Office.”
