Katsina children urge leaders to tackle climate threats in schools
Children from the Child Rights Advocacy Club in Mashi, Katsina, have voiced concerns about the impact of climate change and poor environmental practices on their education and safety. During an advocacy visit, they called on local authorities to take urgent action to improve school conditions. The event was supported by Save the Children International through the Education Cannot Wait-funded project. The children emphasized the need for safer, healthier, and more conducive learning environments across their communities.
What we know
- Children warned that deteriorating school environments threaten their health, safety, and learning.
- A’isha Mutaka called for safe water sources and improved sanitation facilities in schools.
- Halimatu Yusuf urged better waste management and rehabilitation of drainage systems to prevent flooding.
- Salamatu Mohammed advocated for tree-planting campaigns and stricter measures against deforestation.
- The Mashi Council Chairman, Salisu Kallah, and the District Head of Mashi, Kabir Aminu, pledged to address the issues raised and promote sustainability in schools.
