National Policy on Safe and Violence-Free Secondary School Implementation: Parent-Teachers’ Association’s Roles’ Awareness and Compliance in Katsina State

Abstract

The study examined the implementation of school safety policy and the role of Parents-Teachers’ Associations (PTAs) in secondary schools across Katsina State, Nigeria. A sample of 215 PTA members was selected using multistage sampling techniques from all secondary school PTAs in Katsina State. Descriptive survey design and structured questionnaire were adopted in collecting data on awareness, threats, information sources and compliance across the state's three senatorial districts (SD). Frequency counts, percentages, means, PPMC, Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and multiple regression analysis were employed in data analysis. Findings indicated that PTA members were generally of prime age with adequate education. Significant disparities in awareness levels were observed among the senatorial districts (SD) with Katsina South (KS) lagging behind. High levels of security threats existed across the districts. Radio and television emerged as crucial awareness sources in Katsina Central (KC) and Northern (KN). Compliance with safety roles varied across districts, with KC and KN showing higher engagement compared to southern district. ANOVA result revealed significant variations in safety roles compliance among districts, with KC demonstrating highest mean compliance. Regression analysis indicated that age negatively impacted compliance, while experience, awareness and information sources positively influenced adherence to safety roles. The study underscores the need for a comprehensive approach to addressing gaps in role compliance. It recommends prioritizing interventions for areas with low compliance rates.