40,000 Kaduna Girls Gain Life Skills Education: How to Join the Programme
Governor of Kaduna State, Uba Sani
In a major move to strengthen girl-child education, over 40,000 adolescent girls in Kaduna State have benefited from a structured life skills education programme. Governor Uba Sani is now working to make this initiative permanent in all public secondary schools.
The programme goes beyond academics to equip students with practical skills, emotional intelligence, and leadership abilities — preparing them to navigate real-life challenges confidently.
What the Programme Offers
The life skills curriculum, part of the World Bank–supported Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project, covers:
Empowerment and leadership
Health, nutrition, and reproductive health
Prevention of gender-based violence
Climate change awareness
Social inclusion and respect for diversity
So far, the programme has reached 40,536 girls and 1,864 boys, with 1,141 teachers trained as mentors to guide students through the curriculum. Early results include improved self-confidence, reduced absenteeism, increased school enrolment, and better interpersonal skills.
How to Be Part of the Programme
The life skills education is currently implemented in all senior secondary schools in Kaduna State. Students in public secondary schools can participate by enrolling in these schools, where trained teachers and mentors deliver the curriculum. Parents and guardians can encourage attendance, monitor participation, and support learning at home to maximize benefits.
For educators and volunteers, the AGILE project offers opportunities to be trained as mentors, helping guide students and contributing to their personal growth. Interested individuals can reach out to Kaduna State Ministry of Education or the AGILE State Project office for more information.
“Our goal is to deliberately build life skills that will help young people, especially girls, navigate real-life challenges and become responsible leaders in their communities,” said Prof. Abubakar Sani Sambo, Kaduna State Commissioner for Education.
Moving Towards Permanent Reform
Governor Sani plans to transmit an Executive Bill to the Kaduna State House of Assembly, aiming to make life skills education compulsory in secondary schools. Lawmakers have pledged to fast-track the bill, ensuring legal and budgetary support for the initiative. Experts have hailed Kaduna’s approach as a model for sustainable, girl-child-focused education reform in Nigeria.
The Kaduna life skills programme is more than a school project — it’s a pathway for young people to gain confidence, practical skills, and leadership abilities. By participating, students not only enhance their education but also prepare for a brighter, more empowered future.
