Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, has announced a significant boost to the welfare of teachers in the state. During the 2026 World Teachers' Day celebration at the Uyo Township Stadium, the governor declared a total state of emergency on the education sector. He announced a wardrobe allowance of N50,000 each to the 20,000 teachers employed by the State Government. This move aims to improve the working conditions and morale of teachers in the state.
In addition to the wardrobe allowance, Governor Eno announced that the 1,776 registered private schools in Akwa Ibom will receive a sum of N500,000 each for their teachers. This gesture is expected to have a positive impact on the education sector, particularly in the private schools. The governor also ordered the employment of 2,000 additional teachers, in addition to the 1,000 who were recently employed. This move is aimed at addressing the shortage of teachers in the state.
Governor Eno highlighted his administration's achievements in the education sector, including the release of N15 billion matching grant for the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB). He stated that his government had intervened in over 100 schools and paid the gratuity of teachers. The governor also mentioned that his administration had registered 172,000 students for the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and the National Examination Council (NECO) and paid their examination fees.
The governor emphasized his commitment to providing free and compulsory education in the state. He stated that his administration had consistently paid WASSCE and NECO fees for all Akwa Ibom students. The governor also announced the appointment of Prof Philip Afangha as the Vice Chancellor of the Akwa Ibom University of Education. He urged Prof Afangha to commence the process of getting accreditation required for the institution.
Governor Eno directed the Interministerial Committee to take over the uncompleted building of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) house and ensure its completion within six months. He also assured that his government would provide teachers with the necessary tools to work effectively. The governor's efforts aim to improve the overall quality of education in the state.
The governor's declaration of a total state of emergency in the education sector is a significant move to address the challenges facing the sector. He tasked the Deputy Governor, who is also a teacher, and the Commissioner for Education to work together to develop a comprehensive plan to revamp the education sector. This move is expected to have a positive impact on the education sector in Akwa Ibom.
Governor Eno's administration has demonstrated a commitment to improving the education sector in Akwa Ibom. The various initiatives announced by the governor aim to address the challenges facing the sector and improve the welfare of teachers. The governor's efforts are expected to have a lasting impact on the education sector in the state.
Key points
- Governor Eno announces N50,000 wardrobe allowance for 20,000 teachers.
- 1,776 private schools to receive N500,000 each for teachers.
- Governor declares total state of emergency in education sector.
