The Ungogo Local Government Area of Kano State has withdrawn the licences of all private schools within its jurisdiction following allegations that a teacher sexually abused four female pupils.
The decision was announced by the Education Councillor, Abdullahi Wakili, who said it followed a review meeting aimed at strengthening school oversight and addressing safety and moral concerns in the area.
Wakili explained that the council chairman, Tijjani Amiru Bilyaminu, has directed all private school proprietors to appear before a screening committee for fresh assessment before they can resume operations.
The action comes after the closure of Al-Hadeed Private School in the Inusawa area of Ungogo, where a teacher—popularly known as Uncle Kamal—was accused of abusing four underage pupils reportedly from the same family.
The suspect has been arraigned before a magistrate court in the Nomansland area of Kano on rape charges. The court ordered that he be remanded in custody and adjourned the case to June 9, 2026.
Authorities said the sweeping measure is intended to restore public confidence in private schools and ensure the safety of children across the local government.
“Our schools must be safe havens, not places of fear,” Wakili stated.
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