The Kwara State Government has expressed strong disapproval of the practice of branding educational materials for public school children with political messages or images, describing it as inappropriate and unhealthy.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa’adatu Moddibo-Kawu, emphasized the government’s position, stating:
“This practice, which includes emblazoning the picture of the donor on such books or school materials, should stop.”
While commending individuals and organizations supporting public schools, the Commissioner stressed that donations must align with the government’s policy of neutrality. She explained:
“While every support for public school is welcome and appreciated, the government has a standing policy that such materials do not come with political branding of any kind.
“It is on record that education materials donated by the state government to school children between 2019 and now usually do not carry the picture of His Excellency the Governor, who feels such practices are not healthy for young children.”
Hajia Moddibo-Kawu appealed to public officials and private donors to comply with this policy, urging them to avoid any form of political indoctrination through their contributions.
She concluded by expressing the government’s gratitude to all those who have supported public education in the state.
