By Oluwatosin Maliki
Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State, called on teachers to give their total contribution towards the growth of education in the state.
The Governor said this on Thursday while speaking in the 2023 Teachers’ Day celebration held at the Obas Complex in Abeokuta, the state capital.
Governor Dapo further expressed his commitments towards executing more reforms in the education sector.
He stated, “We also approved the full employment of 1000 exceptional Ogun Teach members, who have distinguished themselves during their two-year probation period”.
“We would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation to the leadership and members of NUT, ASUSS, and AOPSHON for their selfless service.”
In addition, he noted that the state will engage, “an additional 2,000 interns. This is in addition to the 2,000 interns already employed” in “our desire is to improve the teacher-student ratio, and in fulfillment of our promise to the hardworking and devoted members of Ogun Teach”.
Furthermore, Governor Dapo reiterated that his government is committed to the welfare of teachers.
He said, “We want to assure all the nation builders that we will remain committed to improving the welfare and wellbeing of our teachers”.
“In turn, we expect their total contribution towards the growth of the education sector, as it is through our collective efforts that we can build a promising future.”
The teachers were commended for their role in shaping society, while adding that, “The future of our children relies solely on the level and quality of education they receive, making it imperative for us to work diligently in transforming our education sector and ensuring academic excellence.”
Also, in attendance was the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) Abiodun Akinola, who appreciated Governor Abiodun for his immense support to teachers.
However, stressing the urgent need for a policy redirection to reduce the number of pupils dropping out of schools in the state.
A major highlight of the event was the presentation of a letter of allocation of a two-bedroom bungalow to one of the teachers in the state, Akeem Badru, who was awarded the prestigious Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Award, the first African to win such an award.