No fewer than 19,000 students have sat for the 2026 Senior Science and Technical Schools Examination conducted across Kano State, as the state government intensifies efforts to reposition science and technical education under the Kano First development agenda.
The Executive Secretary of the Science and Technical Schools Board (STSB), Associate Professor Dahiru Sale Muhammad, disclosed this while speaking with journalists after monitoring the conduct of the examination at Sani Bello Science College, Dawakin Kudu, Kano State.
The development comes amid ongoing reforms in the education sector, including the directive by Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf for the general renovation of science and technical schools across the state.
Speaking on the conduct of the examination, Associate Professor Dahiru Sale Muhammad expressed satisfaction with the arrangements and coordination of the exercise.
According to him, the examination commenced on schedule across centres without any major complaint from candidates, parents or supervisors.
“We are really satisfied with the way and manner the examination was conducted. All the arrangements have been put in order and the examination started on time as scheduled. You are all living witnesses that we did not receive any complaints,” the Executive Secretary stated.
He explained that the state government remains committed to improving the quality of science and technical education in order to produce competent and productive students capable of contributing to socioeconomic development.
The STSB Executive Secretary also called on members of the public to complement government efforts in transforming the education sector through meaningful contributions and community support.
According to him, the government alone cannot shoulder all responsibilities associated with educational development despite its ongoing investments in infrastructure and learning facilities.
Dahiru Sale Muhammad noted that the Kano First agenda of Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf has continued to prioritize education through renovation projects, provision of modern facilities and policies aimed at restoring the standard of science and technical education in the state.
Responding separately, Professor Aisha Hassan Sulaiman of the Department of Education, Northwest University, commended the Science and Technical Schools Board for its efforts toward ensuring smooth conduct of the examination and improving educational standards.
She described the board’s commitment as an important step toward producing skilled and productive students capable of contributing positively to society.
Also speaking, Bilkisu Musa Idris, a parent who accompanied her two children for the examination, expressed appreciation to the board and the Kano State Government for the improvements being witnessed in science and technical schools.
She said the ongoing reforms and investments in education would help strengthen learning outcomes and prepare students for future opportunities.
Report say the state government’s increasing attention to science and technical education reflects growing recognition of the role of vocational and scientific knowledge in addressing unemployment, promoting innovation and supporting economic growth.
The 2026 Senior Science and Technical Schools Examination forms part of the annual placement process for students seeking admission into science and technical colleges across Kano State.