The Dosso region in Niger has initiated a large-scale school cleanliness operation ahead of the 2026-2027 academic year. The launch ceremony took place at the Garantché school group in Dosso, under the supervision of Colonel-Major Bana Alhassane, the region's governor. The event was attended by administrative authorities, education officials, defense and security forces, municipal agents, and a large turnout of the local population.
According to Governor Bana Alhassane, a clean and secure environment is crucial for students' academic success. He emphasized that a clean school environment helps prevent the spread of diseases. The governor officially launched the cleanliness operations and encouraged parents, teachers, and school administrators to maintain the cleanliness of schools throughout the year.
The cleanliness operation began early in the morning, with participants, including defense and security forces, municipal agents, education officials, and a large crowd of volunteers, actively engaged in cleaning the schools. Equipped with wheelbarrows, shovels, and rakes, they cleared the school premises, removed trash, and sanitized the surroundings of classrooms.
The event was marked by a strong show of community participation, with various stakeholders, including local organizations and youth groups, contributing to the initiative. Ibrahim Moussa Kouré, the administrator of Dosso urban commune, praised the massive turnout and highlighted that preparations for the new academic year go beyond providing school supplies, emphasizing the need for a clean and healthy environment for students.
The initiative received support from the local community, with the association JAHAR DOSSO MA DUUMI AIDO providing material contributions, including wheelbarrows, shovels, and rakes. The significant presence of defense and security forces, municipal agents, education officials, and the local population underscored the importance of ensuring students' health and well-being.
This cleanliness initiative marks the beginning of a collective effort to provide students in Dosso with a clean and secure learning environment for the upcoming academic year. Regional and communal authorities, in collaboration with civil society and the local population, have reaffirmed their commitment to making schools a healthy and conducive space for education.
The successful launch of the school cleanliness initiative demonstrates the commitment of the Dosso region to prioritizing students' health and well-being. By working together, stakeholders aim to create an environment that fosters academic success and promotes the overall development of students in the region.
Key points
- The initiative aims to provide students with a healthy learning environment by ensuring cleanliness and hygiene in schools.
- The event was marked by strong community participation, with various stakeholders contributing to the initiative.
- The initiative is part of a broader effort to prioritize students' health and well-being in the Dosso region.
