Education
Tension in School as Parents, Students Reject Principal Accused of Negligence in ‘Bunu Yadi Massacre’
Tension in School as Parents, Students Reject Principal Accused of Negligence in ‘Bunu Yadi Massacre’
By: Our Reporter
Palpable tension has gripped Federal Government College Azare in Bauchi State following the posting of a new principal into the school. Many parents and students are said to be jittery over the presence of the new helmsman they claim stirs nothing but fear and trepidation in them.
To many, the name Dr Bukar Bukarbe does not ring bell but for the students of FGC Azare, it is a sad reminder of the horror that took place eight years ago in a sister unity school, Federal Government College, Bunu Yadi in Yobe State. Bukar Bukarbe was the Principal of the school at the time. He was said to have had a prior knowledge of the impending doom that night but chose to sit on the information until the deed was done.
It was a widely-held belief among parents of students of the ill-fated school that if he had taken some proactive measures after getting hint of what will come, probably the attack would have been stopped or at least countered or minimized. He was thus accused by a number of parents of cold indifference and outright complicity in the horrible incident that shocked the world.
“As the Principal of the school, Bukar was duly informed that Boko Haram terrorists were going to attack the town. In fact, they transmitted the letter to him through a senior staff of the college when the Principal was in Abuja for a meeting. Despite the threat which circulated among the teachers and that was even announced at the assembly ground, the Principal did not show any sign that he understood the seriousness of the situation, not to talk of closing down the school”, lamented a parent of one of the students.
It was against this background alleged complicity and cold indifference to the unspeakable horror meted out on innocent school boys under the supposed watchful eyes of Bukar that both parents and students of FGC Azare were apprehensive over the decision to appoint him to their school.
According to them, Bukar’s curious negligence and cold non-committal disposition until the Bunu Yadi students were slaughtered by the terrorists does not portray him as a man worthy of being entrusted with the fate of more students.
“Dr Bukar Bukarbe is not worthy to superintend any school as a principal again considering his alleged complicity in the unfortunate massacre of Bunu Yadi boys. One wonders why the lot fell on FGC Azare to have such arrogant, cold and uncaring fellow as their Principal”, said a concerned parent.
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To Mustapha (not real name), a student of FGC Azare, Dr Burkabe is not welcomed in Azare. “We are scared that such a man is being posted to our school. He is not the kind of father we want as our Principal. If they don’t remove him, I will reconsider my further stay in that school. It is better to stop my secondary education than to be put in the hands of uncaring man who might expose us to danger”, he volunteered.
Another student of the school who simply identified his name Hassan wants the government to stop the posting of Dr Bukarbe to the school. “My friend’s brother told me about the man and the role he played that let to the massacre of students of FGC Bunu Yadi by Boko Haram. I’m scared of him and I pray the Government listens to us and change the posting. His presence in the school as Principal will definitely affect us students negatively”.
A teacher in the school who wants to remain anonymous for fear of victimization, expressed his shock on hearing of the appointment of Dr Bukarbe as the Principal of FGC Azare. According to him, there is no way parents and students can feel comfortable with such a man as the Principal of the school.
“Bukar Bukarbe’s story while at the FGC Bunu Yadi is well known by teachers and even parents here. We hear he is arrogant and doesn’t care about people under his care. How can we be happy working with such a person?”, he asked.
On February 25, 2014, Boko Haram terrorists stormed the boarding school while the students were already tucked in their beds and sleeping. Their mission to the hapless school in that dead in the night was simply for bloodbath. They didn’t take prisoners nor show any mercy. They gained access into the school, threw explosives into the dormitory and opened gunfire.
According to an eye-witness “students were trying to climb out of the windows and they were slaughtered like sheep by the terrorists who slit their throats. Others who ran were gunned down.”
A total of fifty-four boys were killed in that singular attack and all twenty-four buildings in that school were burnt to the ground during the attack.
Tension in School as Parents, Students Reject Principal of Negligence in ‘Bunu Yadi Massacre’
Borno State Scholarship Board Defends 2025 Budget Before State Assembly Committee
By: Our Reporter
This morning, the Borno State Scholarship Board, led by its Executive Secretary, Malam Bala Isa, appeared before the Borno State House of Assembly Committee on Education, Science, Technology, and Innovation to defend its 2025 budget proposal.
The budget defense session was chaired by the Committee Chairman, Engr. Mohammed Gambomi Marte, representing Marte Constituency, with support from other committee members, including Hon. Mohammed Kawajjafa, representing Hawul Constituency.
During the session, the Scholarship Board outlined its proposed budgetary allocations and key initiatives aimed at improving access to education for Borno State students. The discussions emphasized the importance of continued scholarship programs to enhance educational opportunities and human capital development across the state.
Borno State Scholarship Board Defends 2025 Budget Before State Assembly Committee
THREE NEW PRINCIPAL OFFICERS OF BOSU RESUME OFFICE
By: Our Reporter
Three newly appointed Principal officers of the Borno State University, have been presented with their letters of appointment.
The presentation which was performed by Professor Emeritus Abubakar Mustapha on behalf of the Pro – Chancellor and Chairman of Council, Alh. Dr. Muhammadu Indimi follows approval of their appointment by Visitor to the University and Borno State Governor, Professor Babagana Umara Zulum on recommendation of the University’s Council.
Those appointed are Hajiya Jallaba Musa Sheikh as Registrar, Malam Kyari Dunoma Dunoma as Bursar and Dr Hamsatu Kadala Ali as the University Librarian.
Their appointment is for a period of five years with effect from 16th December 2024.
The new Registrar Hajiya Jallaba M. Sheikh is an indigene of Maiduguri Metropolis. Until her appointment she is the Director and Head, Admissions office, University of Maiduguri.
The new Bursar, Kyari Dunoma Dunoma, hails from Manguno Local Government of Borno State. Until his present appointment, he was a Deputy Bursar at University of Maiduguri.
The new University Librarian, Dr Hamsatu kadala Ali on the other hand, hails from Hawul Local Government Area of Borno State. She was acting Librarian Federal University Gashua for five years. Until her present appointment she was the Head of Department Library and Information Science, Federal University Gashua.
In their separate remarks both Prof. Emeritus Abubakar Mustapha and the Vice-Chancellor BOSU, Prof. Babagana Gutti, congratulated the new appointees and urged them contribute their quota in the progress and development of the University.
The outgoing Registrar, Zanna Mustapha Kashim commended all that sat for the interview as they have all done well and urged the new appointees to help management build a verile University.
The new appointees in their separate acceptance remarks pledged to put in their best to move the University forward.
THREE NEW PRINCIPAL OFFICERS OF BOSU RESUME OFFICE
Education
2 DIVISION COMMAND SECONDARY SCHOOLS HOLD QUIZ, DEBATE COMPETITION 2024/2025 ACADEMIC SESSION
2 DIVISION COMMAND SECONDARY SCHOOLS HOLD QUIZ, DEBATE COMPETITION 2024/2025 ACADEMIC SESSION
By: Polycarp Okoye
Headquarters (HQ), 2 Division Nigerian Army (NA), organised quiz and debate competition for Command Secondary Schools within 2 Division Area of Responsibility (AOR) for 2024/2025 academic session. The event was held at the Division’s Auditorium from, Monday 18 – Thursday 21 November, 2024. It afforded participating schools and students the opportunity to compete amongst themselves, featuring varied questions from different academic fields, including Information Communication Technology (ICT), current affairs and general Knowledge.
While declaring the one week event open, the General Officer Commanding (GOC), 2 Division Nigerian Army (NA), Major General Obinna Onubogu, noted that exposing students to quiz and debate competitions amidst their academic activities, remains a major driving factor that challenges their thinking mechanism, while redoubling developmental processes with appropriate and effective career prospects for achieving desired result. He said that, quizzes and debates, are empirically proven to reinvigorate continuous and effective education system that give students a break from the normal traditional classroom learning, and prepare them to excell in practical and realistic circumstances. He added that the academic competitions would serve as strong interactive and motivational platform for students to imbibe team spirit, acquire knowledge, and embolden their speech and communication skills.
General Onubogu, further said, that the competition was aimed at exposing students to critical thinking, and make them appreciate the importance of extensive research for improved innovation and intelligence. “This event, is therefore another forum through which schools can expand their students’ frontier of knowledge; making them even famous amongst their peers”, he said. He implored all students to utilise the opportunity to develope themselves, and as well earn glory to their respective schools and families.
The GOC, expressed deep appreciation to the Acting Chief of Army Staff (Ag COAS) Lieutenant General Olufemi Oloyede, for his unwavering support towards the competition; while applauding the Director, 2 Division Education Services (DDES), Colonel AO Sofoluwe, as well as teachers and organisers of the event for their priceless contributions to human capacity development. He
urged the panel of judges to be fair and firm in order to ensure a balanced, honest and realistic result.
The participating students at the competition, represented Command Secondary Schools (CDSS) Odogbo, Mokola, Akure and Ijebu – Ode. Others were, CDSS Ede, Esan – Ekiti, Saki, and Ibadan. Students in the senior category, competed in English language, Mathematics, Phisics, Chemistry, Biology, General paper, and current affairs; while those in the junior category, slogged it out in English language, Mathematics, Basic Science, Basic Technology, Agricultural Science, General knowledge, and current affairs. After three days of intense intellectual battle, winners in the different categories emerged.
For the junior category, CDSS Akure and Ijebu – Ode came 3rd and 2nd runner ups with 139.95 and 141.1 points respectively; while CDSS Ede came first with 143.65 points. In the senior category, CDSS Mokola and Odogbo finished 3rd and 2nd positions, with 73.61 and 73.70 percentages respectively; while CDSS Saki, took the day with 77.50 percent. Winners in the two categories were duly rewarded with appropriate trophies, awards, and cash prices to motivate them, and increase commitment for improved future performances. Their teachers and organisers equally received cash gifts as appreciation for the efforts they invest in training the children.
The DDES, who delivered vote of thanks, appreciated God for sustaining the committee in its various engagements towards preparing for the event. He further thanked the GOC for his unwavering support; saying the competition was inspired by his (GOC’s) burning interest to ensure that NA schools across 2 Division AOR, and beyond, are well positioned to meet up global standards. Colonel Sofoluwe, also appreciated the Schools Commandants, organising committee members, panel of judges, and teachers for their contributions towards the success of the event. Principal Staff Officers, Units and Formations Commanders, as well as Officers and Soldiers of the Division’s HQ witnessed the competition.
2 DIVISION COMMAND SECONDARY SCHOOLS HOLD QUIZ, DEBATE COMPETITION 2024/2025 ACADEMIC SESSION
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