Bauchi Residents Criticize Governor Over N7.8B Assembly Renovation Amid School Crisis

Bauchi residents express strong opposition to Governor Bala Mohammed's decision to allocate N7.8 billion for the renovation of the Bauchi State House of Assembly complex, announced on July 22, 2025. The state's education sector is described as deplorable, with over 1.3 million school children facing poor conditions in schools like Kofar Nasarawa Primary and Junior School.

Residents criticize the misallocation of resources, highlighting the contrast between the state-of-the-art assembly complex and crumbling public schools. Governor Mohammed defends the renovation, stating it aims to enhance legislative efficiency.

The dire state of educational facilities, leaky roofs, overcrowded classrooms, and neglected infrastructure, especially in rural areas, underscores the challenges faced by the education sector in Bauchi State.