A civic group, Concerned Citizens, has called on the Kaduna State Government and other stakeholders to urgently rebuild a primary school in Sanga Local Government Area that was destroyed by fire.
In a statement sent to Elanza News on Thursday, the group urged Governor Uba Sani, the Kaduna State Universal Basic Education Board, local lawmakers, philanthropists, and non-governmental organisations to support the reconstruction of the six classrooms and office space at LGEA Primary School Arak 1, Hayin-Gada.
The fire, which broke out on 3 March 2025, completely razed the unfenced school, reducing it to ashes. While no lives were lost, classrooms, essential documents, learning materials, and furniture were destroyed.
The cause of the fire remains unknown, particularly as the community has no electricity supply.
“The school authority, the village head of Arak 1, and community elders are also appealing to former students and other stakeholders to assist in rebuilding the classrooms, providing learning materials, and rehabilitating the boreholes,” the statement said.
The group stressed that any form of support—whether financial donations, building materials, furniture, books, or advocacy—would help prevent disruption to the children’s education.
“Let us come together to rebuild this school and secure a better future for the children of Arak 1, Hayin-Gada. Education is a right, not a privilege—let’s not allow this fire to rob them of their dreams,” the statement added.
With the rainy season approaching, the Concerned Citizens warned that urgent intervention is needed to restore the school before further damage occurs.
