KADA EduPACT International Summit 2025 Brochure

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Welcome to the KADA EduPACT
International Summit 2025

His Excellency, Governor Uba Sani, warmly welcomes you to the KADA EduPACT International Summit 2025, a groundbreaking initiative set to redefine the future of education in Kaduna State.

From 9th to 11th July 2025, leaders from across the globe will gather to shape a shared vision for quality, inclusive, and future-ready education. The summit focuses on four key pillars: Policy & Financing, Access, Quality Learning, and Technology.

Together, we will co-create the Kaduna Education Development Roadmap, forging partnerships and driving reforms that will make Kaduna a model for educational excellence.

Join us as we build a brighter future for every learner in Kaduna State.

About the Summit

The KADA EDUPACT International Summit 2025 is designed to drive transformative change in Kaduna State’s education sector, positioning it as a hub of educational excellence in Nigeria. This landmark summit is anchored on four strategic pillars:

  • Policy, Governance, and Innovative Education Financing
  • Access and Retention
  • Credible Learning Outcomes from Quality Input
  • Technology and Innovation

Chair of Summit & Discussant

Dr. Maruf Tunji Alausa CON
Honourable Minister of Education

Co-Hosts

Dr. Hadiza Sabuwa Balarabe
Deputy Governor, Kaduna State
Prof. Abubakar Sani Sambo OON
Hon. Commissioner of Education, Kaduna State

Summit Speakers

Meet the distinguished thought leaders and change makers who will be addressing critical topics during this summit.

GCON Amina J. Mohammed
UN Deputy Secretary-General
Vanessa Lee
Chief of Education. UNICEF Nigeria
Mrs. Gill Lever OBE
Chargé d'affaires, British High Commission in Abuja
Dr. Aisha Garba
Executive Secretary, UBEC
Prof Hassan Zoaka
Former Director ABU Distance Learning Centre
Prof Idris Muhammad Bugaje
Executive Secretary, NBTE
Prof Musa Abiodun Aibinu
Vice Chancellor Summit University Kwara State
Prof S. Z. Abubakar
President COREN
Prof Kabiru Bala
Former Vice Chancellor ABU Zaria
Dr. Idris Muhammad
Executive Secretary National Commission for Almajiri and OOSC
Edwin Ikhuoria
Senior Partnership Specialist, Political, GPE
Dr. Richard Tekdek
Head of Education SCI
Zahra Maishanu
Output 1 Lead, PLANE-FCDO
Amy Oyekunle
National Safeguarding Advisor/ GESI & Safeguarding Team Lead, PLANE-FCDO
Prof. Adamu Ahmad
Vice Chancellor Ahmadu Bello University Kaduna State
Dr. Balarabe Shehu Kakale
Daniel Fwanshishak
Prof. Malami Buba
DeLVe-PLANE
Aniekeme Umoh
Group COO – uLesson & MIVA Open University
Rukayya Abubakar Muhammad
Headteacher, LGEA Unguwan Muazu II
Peter Udosen
Tanar Educational Development
Mustapha Abu Ringim
Chief Executive Officer ENGAUSA Global Tech Hub Ltd Kano
Mr. Adeyemi Adebayo
Chief Operating Officer, Teckplus Digital Solutions Limited, Lagos.
Bright Jaja
Founder, iCreate Africa
Bahijja Shehu Bawa
Founder/CEO, Beejay Beauty Group
Dr. Mikailu Ibrahim
Education Adviser - Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, British High Commission (Moderator)
Dr. Nasir Baba
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Badar Ikwuta Musa
Deputy Director, Advocacy, Campaign, Communication and Media, Save the Children International, Abuja
Dr. Hafsat Lawal Kontagora
Head Capacity Development and Training, DRC, UBEC, Abuja
Prof. Muhammad Mufutau
Dean, Faculty of Education, Kaduna State University
Dr. Nabila Mohammed
FMoE Abuja
Khalifa Usman Mustapha
KDC Foundation
Dr. Rislan A. Kanya
CEO/Founder Centre for Climate-Smart Agriculture, Cosmopolitan University Abuja
Yusuf Bashir
CEO KAD ICT HUB
Prof. Bashir Galandachi
Director DRC UBEC, Abuja
Hafsat Hamza
TaRL Country Director
Dr. Mistura Rufai
Education/ Economic Specialist, World Bank
Mallam Haladu Muhammed
Technical Advisor to Kano State Governor on Education Reform
Dr. Ronke Soyonbo
(Registrar/ CEO) TRCN
Dr. Nuru Yakubu
Former Executive Secretary, National Board for Technical Education (NBTE)
Prof. Oladele Akogun
Education Research in Conflict and Protracted Crisis (ERICC)
Hadiza Umar
Executive Director, Hope for Communities and Children
Zainab Lukat
Technical Advisor AGILE, Kaduna
Dalhatu Darazo
QEDA (Project Lead OANDO Foundation LEARNOVATE

Event Gallery

Experience the most impactful moments from the KADA EduPACT International Summit 2025 through our curated photo and video gallery.

Objectives of the KADA EduPACT Summit

The summit is designed to spark dialogue, build partnerships, and establish a roadmap for transforming the education system in Kaduna and beyond.

Forge a Transformational Educational Pact

Build consensus around a bold new direction for education in Kaduna State.

Drive Evidence-Based Policy Reform

Use data and research to inform effective, actionable education policies.

Develop the Kaduna Education Roadmap

Define clear strategic directions for long-term education transformation.

Promote Inclusive and Quality Education

Ensure all learners, regardless of background, access quality learning opportunities.

Leverage Innovation and Technology

Harness digital tools to enhance learning, teaching, and management.

Showcase Kaduna’s Commitment to Reform

Demonstrate leadership and commitment to sustainable educational transformation.

Strengthen Multi-Stakeholder Collaboration

Unite public, private, and civil society actors toward shared education goals.

Event Venue

Umaru Musa 'Yar'adua Hall, Murtala Muhammad Square, Race Course, Kaduna.

Stakeholders & Partners

The success of the KADA EduPACT International Summit 2025 is driven by a strong coalition of stakeholders committed to transforming education in Kaduna State.

Sponsorship Opportunities

The KADA EduPACT International Summit 2025 offers a unique platform for forward-thinking organizations to support a bold and inclusive vision for education transformation in Kaduna State.

We welcome support from corporate organizations, donor agencies, foundations, and private sector leaders looking to make a lasting impact on education.

Partnership & Sponsorship Inquiries

To discuss sponsorship and partnership opportunities for the KADA EduPACT International Summit 2025, please contact us directly:

Phone: +234-814-426-7802

We look forward to collaborating with you to achieve our shared goals for education in Kaduna State.