Bauchi Nomadic School Receives Support for Teacher Recruitment and Learning Materials

A nomadic school in Jama’are Local Government Area of Bauchi State has received educational support from the Centre for Information Technology and Development (CITAD) to improve learning conditions and increase school participation among children in remote communities.

The intervention included the distribution of school uniforms and learning materials to pupils of Kondawa Nomadic School, alongside the recruitment of three additional teachers to address the school’s severe shortage of staff.

Speaking during the outreach programme, the Executive Director of CITAD, Y.Z. Ya’u, explained that the initiative was aimed at improving access to education for underserved communities, especially among nomadic Fulani children who often face barriers to formal learning.

Represented by Isah Garba, Ya’u noted that providing educational support to rural communities remains essential for increasing school enrolment and improving literacy levels. He revealed that 100 school uniforms were distributed to pupils during the exercise.

He also warned that limited access to education in many rural communities contributes to insecurity and exposes young people to negative influences. According to him, continuous investment in education can help reduce youth involvement in crime and social unrest.

The CITAD director explained that the intervention in Jama’are is part of a broader educational support programme being implemented across Northern Nigeria. He highlighted previous projects carried out in Kano State, including advocacy efforts that contributed to the establishment of a primary school in Shara community, Sumaila Local Government Area.

He further mentioned the organisation’s support for Bakin Kamanda Nomadic School in Kiru Local Government Area of Kano State, where learning materials and uniforms were also distributed to pupils.

The Education Secretary of Jama’are Local Government Area, Shuaibu Umar, praised the intervention and encouraged the newly recruited teachers to remain dedicated to their duties. He described the support as timely and beneficial to improving school enrolment and academic performance within nomadic communities.

Traditional leaders in the area also commended the organisation’s efforts. The Emir of Jama’are, Nuhu Wabi, represented by the District Head of Gilar and Gongo, Alhaji Wada, called on more local and international non-governmental organisations to support similar educational initiatives across Northern Nigeria.

Reports indicate that Kondawa Nomadic School was established about eight years ago by the National Commission for Nomadic Education to serve several surrounding communities, including Kwandawa, Digawa, Yangamai Ayas, Kundi, Dolede, Talba, and Gundumi.

Despite being designed to accommodate more than 100 pupils, the school has struggled with low enrolment and inadequate staffing, with only one teacher previously handling all classes before the intervention.

The school’s infrastructure has also reportedly deteriorated over the years, with damaged roofs, collapsed walls, vandalised classrooms, and overgrown surroundings creating an unsafe environment for learning. These challenges have contributed to irregular attendance, as many children often prefer grazing and farming activities over schooling.

Education advocates believe that continued support from government agencies, communities, and non-governmental organisations will help strengthen nomadic education and provide more children in remote areas with access to quality learning opportunities.