STRATEGIES FOR ENSURING CONTINUITY OF EDUCATION IN FLOOD-AFFECTED AREAS IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: THE ROLE OF EDUCATIONAL MANAGERS

Authors

  • ABDUL’AZIZ INUSA BUSA Department of Educational Administration and Planning, Federal University Dustin-ma, Katsina State
  • SALISU SHAMSUDEEN Department of Educational Administration and Planning, Federal University Dustin-ma, Katsina State
  • ELIZABETH ARUWAYO Department of Educational Administration and Planning, Federal University Dustin-ma, Katsina State

Keywords:

educational continuity, flood-affected areas, Northern Nigeria, educational managers, emergency preparedness

Abstract

Flooding is increasingly disrupting education in Northern Nigeria, threatening students' academic continuity and the operational capacity of schools. This study examines the critical role of educational managers in mitigating these impacts and ensuring educational continuity in flood-affected areas. Key strategies explored include emergency preparedness and response planning, alternative learning modalities, curriculum flexibility, teacher training, and community engagement. The study emphasizes the need for flood-resistant infrastructure, resource mobilization, and multi-stakeholder partnerships involving governments, NGOs, and local communities. Recommendations focus on short-term and long-term approaches to maintaining educational services during and after flooding. Educational managers are central to developing effective policies, advocating for disaster-resilient educational systems, and building schools' capacity to withstand environmental disruptions. This research underscores the need for proactive and collaborative efforts to safeguard education in Northern Nigeria's flood-prone areas.

DOI: https://doie.org/10.0225/SER.2025105768

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2025-03-04

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BUSA, . A. I., SHAMSUDEEN, S., & ARUWAYO, E. . (2025). STRATEGIES FOR ENSURING CONTINUITY OF EDUCATION IN FLOOD-AFFECTED AREAS IN NORTHERN NIGERIA: THE ROLE OF EDUCATIONAL MANAGERS. Sokoto Educational Review, 24(1), 33–45. Retrieved from http://sokedureview.org/index.php/SER/article/view/532

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Vol. 24 No. 1 (2025): Sokoto Educational Review

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