The Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) in Kano State has expressed deep concern over the growing trend of students standing along major roads and flagging down unknown motorists for transportation.
The association warns that this dangerous practice exposes children to potential risks, including kidnapping, accidents, and other security threats.
According to the PTA, many students resort to seeking rides from strangers due to the lack of reliable and affordable school transportation services.
The situation has become particularly worrisome in areas where public transport is scarce, forcing students to wait for extended periods or take unsafe alternatives. The association emphasised that minors hitchhiking with unfamiliar drivers creates serious safety vulnerabilities that require immediate attention.
The PTA has called on school authorities, parents, and government agencies to collaborate in finding sustainable solutions. Recommendations include organising dedicated school buses, subsidising transport costs for students, and increasing awareness about the dangers of accepting rides from strangers.
The association also urged parents to educate their children on personal safety and explore carpooling options with trusted neighbours.
Also, the PTA appealed to the Kano State government to improve public transportation networks around schools and enforce stricter regulations on private commercial drivers operating near educational institutions.
Community leaders were also encouraged to monitor roads during peak school hours to discourage the risky behaviour.
This warning comes amid rising security concerns across Nigeria, making child safety an urgent priority. The PTA stressed that protecting students requires collective effort to prevent potential tragedies before they occur.
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