Senator Oluremi Tinubu’s praise for the Ministry of Education’s effort to augment the number of government school teachers in acknowledgment of the importance of investing in education.
By increasing the number of qualified teachers in government schools, the Ministry of Education is not only addressing the issue of teacher shortages but also striving to improve the overall learning experience for students. With a higher teacher-to-student ratio, the quality of education can be enhanced, leading to better academic outcomes and a more conducive learning environment.
Despite the constant threat posed to education by security challenges, the wife of the President, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has given assurance that the federal government will not shy away from giving deserved quality education to the younger generation.
Speaking on Friday, while playing host to the Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, and his management team, at the State House Abuja, the First Lady said: “Education is the way to grow as a nation. We know insecurity is there, discouraging girl-child education, but we will not be intimidated from giving this generation what they deserve, quality education.”
The First Lady also lauded the drive by the Federal Ministry of Education to get more teachers for government schools in the country.
She noted that as a teacher herself, it is important to improve on the profession and the practitioners so as to improve the quality of teaching and learning.
“I will join you to champion the drive for more teachers in the country. They are very important to the teaching outcomes we get.”
The First Lady commended the minister for approving the change of name from Second Chance School to Alternative High School for Girls, saying the new name is more dignifying.
“Governors should be encouraged to adopt the Alternative High School for Girls. Once UBEC builds one in the state, they should build more. These girls should be given the opportunity to fulfill their dreams. How will they fill in their resume, I went to Second Chance School, people will ask, “What did you do?”
She also called the attention of the minister to the need for Adult Literacy Schools in the country and also the re-introduction of Technical Colleges to cover for the children who could not get into tertiary institutions due to poor academic strength.
The Minister of Education, Prof. Mamman, announced the introduction of Skills Acquisition programs starting from the primary school level. This initiative marks a significant shift in the educational landscape of the country, aiming to equip students with practical skills that will not only empower them for future careers but also foster innovation and entrepreneurship.
According to him, “The issue of Out of School Children is getting our due attention. Only about 25 percent of our youth get into tertiary institutions. We have to see to the others that are just there. We must get them well trained in their chosen skills.”
The ministry is focusing on prioritizing individuals who seek to pursue education as their field of study in tertiary institutions. By emphasizing the importance of educational studies, the ministry aims to cultivate a skilled and competent pool of future teachers who will contribute significantly to the enhancement of the educational sector.
Mamman then presented 100 General Scholarships for Female Students and 1,000 Bursary Awards for those studying education to the First Lady.
