By Idris Gwallameji
A wave of grassroots activism is sweeping through Gwallameji in Bauchi State, as residents and former students unite to protest years of government neglect at Government Day Secondary School, Gwallameji.
Once a proud institution serving multiple communities, the school has fallen into disrepair—now prompting citizens to demand urgent intervention.
This week, the community launched a week-long advocacy campaign, filing formal complaints with relevant authorities and raising awareness across neighborhoods. Organizers, however, insist this is just the beginning. If action is not taken, they warn, the movement will escalate.
“This is not just a school — it is the heart of our community’s future. And it is dying in silence,” said one of the lead campaigners.
The school caters to students from Gwallameji, Anguwan Sayawa, Doka, and Ruga Jira. Years of neglect have left the facility in shambles, with dilapidated buildings, overcrowded classrooms, and a lack of basic educational materials. Residents argue that repeated appeals to government officials have gone unanswered.
In response, a network of volunteers has begun a door-to-door mobilization effort aimed at educating residents — especially parents and young people — about the importance of quality education and the consequences of political inaction.
At the core of the movement is a call for civic responsibility and community-driven change. Youth engagement is central, with organizers hosting town hall meetings, local gatherings, and using social media to galvanize support.
