GOALPrime Enhances Community-Led Sustainability in Education Through Strategic Visit to Musawa LGA
In a bid to strengthen the effective implementation and sustainability of the Education Cannot Wait – First Emergency Response (ECW-FER) project, GOALPrime Organization Nigeria, led by its Country Director, Professor Christopher Chinedumuije, conducted a strategic monitoring and engagement visit to Musawa Local Government Area (LGA) in Katsina State.
The visit aimed to reinforce community ownership of the project while integrating Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Anticipatory Action and Preparedness (AA&P) strategies to bolster education in emergencies.
GOALPrime, in collaboration with Save the Children Nigeria, is implementing the ECW-FER project across Northwest Nigeria, ensuring uninterrupted access to quality education for children affected by crises. The initiative also focuses on building local resilience to mitigate the impact of disasters on education.
Stakeholder Engagement and Strategic Discussions
During the visit, Prof. Chinedumuije and his team engaged with key educational stakeholders and community leaders, including:
- Alhaji Yahaya Shuaibu – Education Secretary, Musawa Local Government Council
- Alhaji Sagir Abubakar Inde – District Head of Musawa
- Alhaji Abubakar Abdulmumini – Village Head of Jikamshi
- Representatives from Girls Day Primary School, Musawa, and Ismail Model Primary School, Kira
The discussions centered on capacity building, proactive disaster mitigation, and the establishment of local committees responsible for early warning systems, preparedness plans, and response mechanisms to safeguard education in the face of emergencies.
Emphasizing Community Ownership
Speaking during the visit, Prof. Christopher Chinedumuije highlighted the importance of community-led sustainability:
“Ensuring sustainable educational outcomes in communities like Musawa requires more than project implementation—it requires local ownership. This visit has been about laying the groundwork for a system where communities actively lead and sustain the progress we achieve together.”
Echoing this sentiment, Alhaji Yahaya Shuaibu affirmed the community’s dedication:
“This initiative aligns perfectly with our vision of community-led development. The DRR and AA&P components are crucial in protecting the educational future of our children, and we are fully committed to making this a success.”
Similarly, Alhaji Sagir Abubakar Inde underscored the community’s readiness to collaborate:
“We are committed to working hand in hand with GOALPrime and other stakeholders to ensure that our community is better prepared for any risks that may disrupt learning. Together, we can protect our schools and foster resilience.”
Expressing optimism, Alhaji Abubakar Abdulmumini added:
“This project is a welcome development. As a community, we recognize the importance of preparedness and will do everything within our power to support this initiative and ensure that its goals are fully realized.”
Strengthening Disaster Preparedness for Education
The GOALPrime-led initiative in Musawa marks a significant milestone in disaster preparedness for education, fostering a proactive, community-driven approach to ensuring that children’s education remains uninterrupted even in times of crisis. Through strong partnerships and local engagement, the ECW-FER project is laying a solid foundation for a resilient and sustainable education system in Northwest Nigeria.
