The Government of Ogun State has said it has employed 1,000 teachers for public schools as part of moves to enhance teaching and learning.
Governor Dapo Abiodun made this known on Thursday, October 5, 2023, during the 2023 Teachers’ Day celebration held in Abeokuta, the state capital.
“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,” the governor said.
The governor noted that the state will engage additional 2,000 interns in addition to the 2,000 interns already employed in its desire to improve the teacher-student ratio, and in fulfillment of the promise to the hardworking and devoted members of Ogun State Teaching Experience Acquisition Channel (Ogun Teach).
“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.”
Governor Abiodun commended teachers for their role in shaping society, saying: “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.”
The Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Teachers, NUT, Abiodun Akinola thanked the state governor for his support to teachers.
He, however, called for an urgent policy redirection to reduce the number of out-of-school pupils in the state.
