Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago has declared a state of emergency on education in the Niger North Senatorial District.

He made the declaration on Friday during a project tour of the senatorial district.

The Governor, expressing concern over the insufficient number of schools in many communities, particularly along Bangi in the Mariga Local Government Area, stated that the state of emergency would help address the issue.

He assured residents that more schools would be established in the zone, while all existing day schools would be renovated and equipped with modern facilities.

The Governor also announced plans to address the shortage of potable water in the area, emphasizing that his administration is working tirelessly to eliminate all forms of criminality in the region.