Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has applauded the contributions of teachers as pathfinders who nurture and bring up morally upright children for the society by inculcating the right values in them, which has led to the peace being enjoyed in the State.
Governor Abiodun gave the commendation during an interactive session with teachers under the aegis of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) and members of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS) at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Kuto, Abeokuta, saying as molders, their functions could not be overemphasised.
The State helmsman assured that his administration would continue to prioritise their welfare, just as a conducive teaching and learning environment would be created for optimal performance.
Highlighting some of his government’s achievements through the ISEYA mantra in less than four years, the Governor said, more than 100 schools had been renovated, 1,500 houses built and over 400 kilometres of road constructed, while construction of the Agro-cargo Airport at Illisan was ongoing.
He said, “I want to thank you for your understanding and support. Without your cooperation, it would have been impossible to achieve so much in the Education sector.
The Governor revealed that plans have been concluded to commence Digital Lesson in schools, while running costs for schools administration would be released without further delay.
Speaking, the State Chairman, Nigeria Union of Teachers, Comrade Akinola Abiodun, noted with delight, efforts of the government in repositioning the education sector for greater performance.
He commended the government for upgrading schools, training and retraining of teachers, resuscitation of office of Principal/Headteachers-General, introduction of the Digital class and cancellation of levies in schools.
The NUT Chairman called for the recruitment of more teachers to replace those that have retired, restoration of Teachers’ peculiar allowance and payment of leave bonus arrears.
In his remark, the NAPPS President, Ogun State Chapter, Mr. Adekunle Osibemiwo, asked for the harmonisation of taxes paid by Proprietors, as well as the appointment of a person with disability to head the Special Education department in the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.