BUK Adult Literacy Centres Registration 2025. The Department of Continuing Education, Bayero University Kano (BUK) has announced the commencement of registration for its Adult and Second-Chance Education Literacy Centres. The initiative is designed for individuals seeking basic literacy skills, vocational training, or an opportunity to return to formal learning after a long break.
According to the department, the programme accommodates learners from all age groups. Whether a young adult who missed out on early schooling or an older individual seeking to improve reading, writing, and numeracy skills, the centres provide a supportive learning environment. The department emphasised that age should not be a barrier to education.
Programmes Offered
The Adult and Second-Chance Literacy Centres offer the following learning options:
- Basic Literacy
- Post-Literacy
- Continuing Education
- Vocational Education
These programmes are structured to provide foundational education, practical skills, and pathways for personal and professional development.
Locations of the Literacy Centres
Classes are currently running at the following locations:
- BUK Old Site (Staff Primary School)
- Rimin Zakara
- Rimin Gata
- BUK New Site (Department of Continuing Education)
The department has also indicated that additional centres will be opened soon to extend coverage across more parts of Kano and neighbouring communities, reducing travel distance for prospective learners.
Class Days and Time
Registration and classes hold Monday to Friday, as well as Saturday and Sunday.
Available class sessions are:
- 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm
- 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
These time slots are designed to accommodate individuals who work during the day or have family responsibilities, making evening learning more accessible.
Registration Details
- Registration forms are free of charge
- Forms can be collected from the Department of Continuing Education, BUK New Site, Gwarzo Road
- Registration information is also available via the following contact numbers:
- 08062963634
- 08165315016
- 08053481945
The announcement was signed by Dr. Auwalu Halilu, Head of the Department of Continuing Education, Bayero University Kano. He encouraged members of the public to take advantage of the programme as an opportunity to learn, grow, and create better prospects for themselves, noting that meaningful progress often begins with a simple step toward learning.
