The Controller of Corrections, Zamfara State Command, Alhaji Musa Tanko, has attended the 2024/2025 graduation ceremony of Junior Secondary School Three and Primary Six pupils of the Nigerian Correctional Service Wives Association (NICOWA) School, Gusau.
The ceremony, which held on Wednesday at the school premises located within the Medium Security Custodial Centre, Gusau, featured various activities marking the successful completion of the academic session.
In his address, Alhaji Musa Tanko commended the school management and teachers for their dedication and hard work, which he said contributed to the students’ academic success.
In a statement issued to newsmen in Gusau by the Public Relations Officer, Mustapha Abubakar ASC 1, Alhaji Musa Tanko described the performances and talents displayed by the graduating students and pupils during the ceremony as impressive, particularly in academics and other areas of learning.
The Controller emphasized that children are the future leaders and called on parents, government at all levels, and well-meaning individuals to support the education of children for a brighter future. He also appreciated Governor Dauda Lawal for pledging to construct additional classrooms and provide more teaching and learning materials for the school.
In a goodwill message, the Zamfara State Commissioner for Education, Malam Wadatau Madawaki, represented by Alhaji Murtala Shuaibu of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), announced the donation of educational materials to the school. He reiterated the commitment of the state government to support the school in all possible areas.
Earlier in his remarks, the Principal of the school, Superintendent of Corrections Haladu Garba Maradun, noted that the pupils and students had participated in various academic competitions across the state with excellent performance. He attributed this to the dedication and professionalism of the school’s teaching staff.
Highlights of the event included a parade, quiz competition, cultural display, news presentation, and gift presentations to outstanding students and pupils.
