The Federal Government, on Friday, reiterated its commitment to restore the dignity of the teaching profession, given the important role of teachers in nation-building.
TheNewsZenith reports that Education Minister, Dr Yusuf Sununu, gave the pledge in a message sent to the Grand Finale of the 2024 Maltings Teacher of the Year Award in Lagos.
Rector of the Yaba College of Technology, Dr Ibrahim Adedotun Abdul represented the minister at the event.
According to Sununu, the event is significant in celebrating a decade of unwavering support for education in Nigeria.
”This event is dedicated to our most essential professionals, our teachers who facilitate the acquisition of knowledge, values, hope and indeed the transformative power of education.
”As we gather here, we recognise that no society can progress without a robust education system.
”Also, no educational reform can succeed without dedicated teachers who implement the curriculum, mentor learners, and guide development.
”Nigeria’s education system is committed to preparing our children for responsible citizenship and national development.
”This is achievable, only through the efforts of qualified, innovative, and motivated teachers like those we are honouring here today,” the minister said.
He highlighted the national efforts to restore the dignity of the teaching profession.
One of such efforts is the new National Teaching Policy. The Federal Ministry of Education developed it with key stakeholders.
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It addresses critical issues such as career pathways, remuneration and teaching standards, the minister said.
According to him, the Ministry’s Education Sector Roadmap has 13 Pillars. This is with a particular focus on the DOTS policy.
DOTS means Data Repository; Out of School Children issues; Teacher Education, Training and Continuous Professional Development and Skills Development, Acquisition and Digitization”.
He explained that the DOTS policy would ensure that ”our education system is equipped to produce competent and globally-ready citizens”.
The minister said these strategies align with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s eight-point agenda.
The agenda focused on food security, poverty alleviation, economic growth, inclusivity, and good governance. All of these will enhance the quality of life for Nigerians.
”Education is our collective responsibility and its failure is a failure for all.
”The Federal Ministry of Education commends the efforts of the Felix Ohiwerei Education Trust Fund for celebrating outstanding teachers and investing in educational resources and infrastructure.
”Such initiatives inspire teachers and schools nationwide to strive for excellence.”
Sununu congratulated all awardees and recognised the dedication of every teacher who participated in this year’s award competition.
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