Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq of Kwara State has declared Monday, October 7, 2024, a public holiday for teachers in the state in celebration of World Teachers’ Day. The announcement was made through a statement by the state’s Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Hajia Sa’adatu Moddibo Kawu, to acknowledge the vital role teachers play in … Read more
President Bola Tinubu has said that his administration will leave no stone unturned in ensuring teachers’ welfare and quality education at all levels. Tinubu gave the assurance at the occasion of the 2024 World Teachers’ Day Celebration in Abuja on Saturday. Represented by the Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Sen. George Akume, … Read more
Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring that teachers in Nigeria receive the recognition and rewards they deserve. During the 2023 World Teachers’ Day commemoration at Eagle Square, Abuja, his assurance was delivered through Stanley Nkwocha, his senior special assistant in the office of the vice president. Tinubu, … Read more
In an effort to honour teachers worldwide on Wednesday, the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has partnered with other organisations. Eko Hot Blog reports that in this year’s 2022 celebration, UNESCO said “Education is key for achieving the global goals and teachers are key for achieving inclusive, quality education and a better … Read more
Parents in Osun have urged the state government to improve teaching and teacher conditions in both public and private schools as Nigeria joins the rest of the globe in commemorating World Teachers Day. Eko Hot Blog reports that they urged the relevant authorities to hire qualified teachers in schools to ensure that children receive … Read more
FG has approved N75,000 as stipend for university undergraduates and N50,000 for NCE students. EKOHOTBLOG reports that the Federal Government (FG) has announced the approval of the sum of N75,000 as a stipend per semester for students undergoing degree programmes in Education in public universities across Nigeria. The FG also approved N50,000 as a stipend … Read more
World Teachers Day, PDP The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has commeded Nigerian teachers at all levels for their sacrifices, commitment and dedication to the course of nation building and development of the Nigeria educational sector, in spite the daunting challenges. The party gave the commendation in a statement issued by its National Publicity Secretary, Mr … Read more