Ebonyi State to Recruit 1,700 New Teachers as Part of Workforce Expansion
Ebonyi State Governor Francis Nwifuru announces the recruitment of 1,700 teachers for public schools within the state.
Mary Nwaeze 
In a significant move to address the shortage of personnel in public education, the Governor of Ebonyi State, Rt. Hon. Francis Nwifuru, announced the recruitment of 1,700 new teachers for primary and secondary schools. This strategic addition to the state's workforce aims to improve education quality and cater to the growing student population.
The announcement was made during the Workers' Day celebration at the Pa Ngele Oruta Township Stadium in Abakaliki. Governor Nwifuru's decision to bolster the education sector comes in response to widespread calls for increased support and resources for public schools.
In addition to the teacher recruitment initiative, Governor Nwifuru also revealed a N10,000 salary increment for all civil servants in the state. This pay raise and the new teacher hires align with the administration's commitment to enhancing the welfare of its workforce while strengthening public services.
During his speech, the governor commended the dedication and sacrifices of Ebonyi's workers, describing them as "partners in progress." He further emphasized the importance of supporting public education, noting that qualified and adequately resourced teachers are critical to the state's development goals.
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In response to requests from the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) and the Trade Union Congress (TUC), the governor assured that his administration would continue to prioritize worker welfare, with a commitment to regular promotions, prompt salary payments, and proper management of pensions and gratuities.
Professor Ogugua Egwu, NLC chairman, highlighted the need for more teachers in his joint speech with the TUC. He reiterated the workers' dedication to serving the people and urged the governor to meet other workforce-related demands, including judiciary autonomy and the reinstatement of Ebonyi State University (EBSU) staff suspended for union activities.
The governor's announcement of 1,700 new teacher recruits underscores Ebonyi State's efforts to build a robust and capable education system. With a focus on supporting educators and addressing their needs, the state aims to foster a positive learning environment for its students while contributing to the overall economic growth and stability.
As part of its ongoing commitment to the workforce, the Ebonyi State government will continue engaging with the NLC and TUC to ensure that workers' concerns are addressed and their well-being is prioritized. Follow MySchoolnews for more updates on this.
