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Nigerian states announce teacher welfare reforms and rewards
Various Nigerian state governments and international educators are marking World Teachers' Day with announcements regarding welfare, promotions, and professional development.
In Ekiti State, Governor Biodun Oyebanji awarded N70.5 million in cash prizes to outstanding teachers and administrators. In Abia State, Governor Alex Otti announced a N1 billion Teachers Appreciation Fund and ordered the reinstatement of teachers previously retired at age 60, following an increase in the retirement age to 65.
Kano State Governor Abba Kabir Yusuf approved promotions for 18,984 staff members of the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) and highlighted the state’s high performance in national examinations. Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq distributed N120 million in prizes to educators and announced plans to purchase Dangote Refinery shares for outstanding female teachers.
In Tanzania, Chinese and Tanzanian educators are collaborating to expand Chinese language education through localized teaching methods at the University of Dar es Salaam.
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Abba Kabir Yusuf · AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq · Adewole Adebayo · Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri · Alex Otti · All Progressives Congress · Biodun Oyebanji · Bola Ahmed Tinubu · Bola Tinubu · Dapo Abiodun · Femi Otedola · Government Ekpemupolo
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Nigeria's foreign reserves stand at $55 billion. blueprint.ng
- [● 2 SOURCES] The PBAT Door-to-Door Movement launched a grassroots campaign in Taraba and Yobe states to support President Tinubu's re-election. www.thetidenewsonline.com · www.thisdaylive.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Tompolo stated that Tinubu's economic reforms have increased resources available to state governments for projects. www.thetidenewsonline.com · www.thisdaylive.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Femi Otedola stated that President Tinubu's economic reforms have placed Nigeria on a path toward sustainable growth. blueprint.ng
- [○ 1 SOURCE] SDP candidate Adewole Adebayo warned that petrol prices could rise to ₦5,000 per litre if Tinubu secures a second term. www.gistmania.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Six Nigerian companies are included in the FTSE Russell Frontier 50 Index. blueprint.ng
- [○ 1 SOURCE] APC candidate Sharafadeen Alli pledged to introduce teacher welfare packages within 100 days if elected governor of Oyo State.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The MDPCO called on President Tinubu to rescue NYSC members abducted in Imo State. thewhistler.ng
- [● 3 SOURCES] Actor Hanks Anuku urged Nigerians to be patient with President Tinubu, stating the country's problems predated his administration.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] All 203 public secondary schools in Ekiti State are now equipped with ICT laboratories. www.ekitistate.gov.ng
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Ekiti State has invested over N18 billion in the education sector. www.ekitistate.gov.ng
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Adamawa State plans to recruit 3,000 additional teachers for basic education schools.