The Presidency has solicited the support of the Kaduna state government towards the successful implementation of the school feeding programme.
Senior Special Assistant to the President on School Feeding (SSAPSFP), Dr. Yetunde Adeniji met with the Kaduna state deputy governor, Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe, the Speaker of the state House of Assembly, Hon. Yusuf Liman, and the Executive Chairman of the state Inland Revenue Services (KADIRS), Mr. Jerry Adam to achieve the goal.
Adeniji who was in Kaduna to flag- off the First phase of the Value for Money (VFM) Study, in partnership with GAIN, Imperial college and PCD explored collaborative opportunities to advance educational initiatives and ensure sustainable progress in the school feeding program across the state.
The visit which marks the second stage of the nationwide VFM study underscores the presidency commitment to fostering dialogue and cooperation for the benefit of every child in Kaduna.
Recall the Lunch for the VFM Research Program kicked off in Osun State in the month of May 2024. The project aims to ensure the program delivers maximum impact for schoolchildren and ensure that optimum return on investment are delivered to the Government.
Adeniji commenced her activities by meeting the Deputy Governor of Kaduna State Her Excellency Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe at the Deputy Governors office Sir Kashim Ibrahim house.
Accompanied by the Deputy Country Director of GAIN International, a representative of PCD Imperial College London a representative from Min of Education and UBEC , the State Coordinator KADSIPA Umar Maikudi and the State Program Manager Madam Larai Isyaku.
The SSAP met with all relevant State Government Officials to explain the VFM study tailored for the State. Hon. Commissioner of Health, the Hon. Commissioner of Education, Permanent Sec . Business innovation, Deputy Chief of Staff , Permanent Sec Deputy Governor ,SA NGO were all in attendance for the Meeting.
Adeniji further engaged in fruitful discussions at the Kaduna State House of Assembly. She was warmly received by Hon. Yusuf Liman, Speaker of the House, alongside Hon. Munira Suleiman Tanimu, Majority Leader.
In this pivotal meeting, they explored collaborative opportunities to advance educational initiatives and ensure sustainable progress in the school feeding program across the state.
At the parley with the Executive Chairman of the Kaduna State Inland Revenue Services (KADIRS), Mr. Jerry Adam, along with Executive Directors and key officials, the deliberations focused on exploring avenues for synergy and cooperation to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the school feeding program.
The discussions particularly centered around leveraging local resources and expertise to ensure sustainable funding and support for educational initiatives in Kaduna State.
The SSA visit highlights President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s commitment to building strong partnerships that drive positive change and empower communities across the country.
” Together, we’re working towards a future where every child has access to quality education and nutritional support,” she noted while underlining the essence of her working visit to Kaduna state.
