Enugu SUBEB Chairman Denies Unjust Dismissal of Teachers, Emphasizes Commitment to Discipline
Dr. Ajah further stated that the allegation linking the dismissals to agitation for teachers' minimum wage was unfounded, highlighting that the implementation of the N30,000 minimum wage for primary school teachers was promptly approved and reflected in their February salaries.
AKACHI NOEL 
The Chairman of Enugu State Universal Basic Education Board (ENSUBEB), Dr. Gabriel Ajah, has refuted claims of unjustly dismissing five teachers in the Board's employment, emphasizing the agency's commitment to enforcing discipline and ensuring adherence to due process among academic and non-academic staff.
Addressing the media in Enugu, Dr. Ajah clarified that the dismissed teachers were subjected to disciplinary action due to reports of misconduct, truancy, absence from duty without permission, insubordination, and other infractions against the Public Service Rules. He emphasized that the Board's decisions are based on established rules and regulations.
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Dr. Ajah further stated that the allegation linking the dismissals to agitation for teachers' minimum wage was unfounded, highlighting that the implementation of the N30,000 minimum wage for primary school teachers was promptly approved and reflected in their February salaries.
He presented an apology letter from Mrs. Ujunwa Onyia and four others, acknowledging their breach of communication channels and expressing remorse for their actions. The apology letter expressed their willingness to be reinstated, acknowledging the inappropriateness of their behavior and its implications.
Dr. Ajah reaffirmed the Board's commitment to upholding discipline and professionalism, emphasizing the importance of maintaining standards to enhance the quality of education in Enugu State.
