Katsina State Recruits 2,158 New Teachers for Schools

Katsina State Governor Dikko Umar Radda has officially flagged off the distribution of appointment letters to 2,158 newly recruited primary and secondary school teachers. This recruitment exercise, described as a milestone for the administration, was conducted through a rigorous and transparent merit-based process to ensure qualified teachers are deployed where needed.

Governor Radda emphasized the importance of education as a transformative tool for society and reiterated the administration's commitment to investing in human capital. In 2023, the administration plans to recruit a total of 7,323 teachers and 1,800 healthcare personnel.

Significant interventions in the education sector include the construction of 49 junior and senior secondary schools, the establishment of three special smart schools, and the rehabilitation of 340 primary schools. The recruitment process involved 64,598 applicants, with 8,889 candidates shortlisted, and 3,683 passing a computer-based test before progressing to oral interviews.

The final selection of 2,158 teachers was based entirely on merit, with no interference from public office holders.