By Muhammad Ibrahim, Sokoto
The Sokoto State Ministry for Basic and Secondary Education (BSE), in collaboration with the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project, has conducted a sensitization program on the Conditional Cash Transfer (CCT) initiative in Bodinga Local Government Area.
The event aimed to raise awareness about the benefits of the CCT program and promote girls’ education across the state.
In his remarks, the Director of Administration, Alhaji Abubakar Umar Salame, emphasized the critical role of educating girls, describing them as future role models and contributors to societal development. He noted that the CCT program provides financial support to families, helping them cover educational expenses such as transportation, uniforms, and learning materials.
The sensitization program brought together community members, religious leaders, and key stakeholders to deliberate on strategies for enhancing access to education for girls. Discussions focused on eliminating barriers to enrollment and encouraging community involvement.
According to the Information Officer of the Ministry, Ibrahim Iya, the AGILE project also promotes the acquisition of vocational skills in schools, equipping adolescent girls with practical tools for self-reliance and future careers.
He further disclosed that AGILE is working closely with the ministry to improve data collection and education planning. The project’s broader goals include increasing girls’ enrollment and retention rates, improving learning outcomes, and expanding infrastructure through the renovation and construction of secondary schools across Sokoto State.
AGILE’s initiatives are designed to empower girls with education, skills, and opportunities to become self-sufficient and active contributors to their communities.
