Former Senator Shehu Sani has called for stricter regulations and oversight on private educational institutions following a tragic incident in Jos.
In a recent tweet on his verified account, Sani expressed his concerns over the standards of some private schools in the country. He stated, “Actually, if you see some of the buildings that are used as Private Schools, you would wonder how the proprietors obtained their licenses to operate. The tragedy in Jos is a tragedy for all parents in this country. We must learn from it.”
Sani’s comments come in the wake of a recent tragedy in Jos, where the collapse of a private school building resulted in the loss of several young lives. This incident has sparked a nationwide outcry and raised questions about the regulatory frameworks governing private educational institutions in Nigeria.
The former senator highlighted the substandard conditions of some private schools, questioning the processes through which these institutions receive their operating licenses. His statement underscores a critical issue within the Nigerian educational sector: the need for rigorous inspection and compliance with safety standards to prevent such disasters.
“The tragedy in Jos is a tragedy for all parents in this country,” Sani remarked, emphasizing the widespread impact of the incident. He urged both the government and relevant authorities to take immediate action to address these lapses and ensure the safety of students across the nation.
This incident has prompted various stakeholders, including parents, educators, and policymakers, to call for comprehensive reforms in the private education sector. There is a growing consensus that stricter regulations and regular inspections are necessary to guarantee that private schools meet the required safety and educational standards…..Seë _ Morë