Challenges Facing the Implementation of Technical and Vocational Education in Kano State Public Schools

This study examined the challenges confronting the implementation of Technical and Vocational Education (TVE) in public secondary schools in Kano State, situated in Nigeria's North West geopolitical zone. Despite federal policy commitments to expanding vocational education, schools in Kano State continue to record low enrolment and poor performance in technical subjects. Using a descriptive survey design, data were gathered from 280 vocational subject teachers and 40 school principals across eight local government areas. The study employed a structured questionnaire and an observation checklist as instruments. Results indicated that inadequate funding, shortage of qualified technical teachers, dilapidated workshop infrastructure, and negative community attitudes toward vocational education were the dominant challenges. Specifically, over 65 percent of sampled schools had non-functional workshops, and fewer than 30 percent of teachers held relevant technical qualifications. The study recommends that the Kano State Government increase budgetary allocations to vocational education, establish a state-wide technical teacher training programme, and launch public awareness campaigns to reorientate community perceptions. Collaboration with the Kano Chamber of Commerce and industry stakeholders is also advised to facilitate equipment donations and apprenticeship opportunities. These findings are consistent with recent national reform discussions on repositioning TVET as a driver of economic inclusion in northern Nigeria. Keywords: technical education, vocational implementation, Kano State, teacher shortage, public schools.