By Ngozi Nwankwo
Ahead of World Teachers Day Celebration, Federal Government has hinted that teachers’ dedication and hard work were impactful especially in the Nigerian education sector, thereby promised more support for teachers.
The Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman who disclosed this at the press briefing in commemoration of the 2024 World Teachers Day (WTD), said
FG holds the teaching profession in very high esteem.
Represented by Permanent Secretary, Dr Nasir Sani- Gwarzo, the Minister reassured federal government’ commitment towards bettering teachers working condition and prioritizing their welfare.
“We are aware that the voices of our teachers have contributed immensely to changes in the world. They have been building men and women and making their attributes worthwhile.
“They are contributing much more to human capital development. Government at all levels are doing all it takes to enhance teacher’s professionalism for nation-building and national development.
“I sincerely commend the contribution of all stakeholders, including international development partners, for their support in mainstreaming our teachers.
“They have been performing well at home and abroad. Teachers, like other professionals, carry out their duties with passion,” he said.
Speaking further, the Minister said, “The government holds the teaching profession in very high esteem, having established more specialised universities of education and implemented policies of bursary in Nigerian universities for students.
“The beneficiaries of these awards in the 2022 academic year are 3,317. The number is even larger in 2024.
“Additionally, the government, through the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) entered into bilateral agreement for ease of international engagements.
” Teachers’ welfare remains a priority for the employers of labour, despite the economic and security challenges in Nigeria,” he said.
Ma’am, however, advised teachers to remain resilient and look beyond current circumstances and respond to the challenges of adopting contemporary teaching methods, conducting researches and embracing technology and digital transformation.