The Lagos State Government recently held a send-forth ceremony for 435 retiring education personnel, recognising their years of service and contributions to the development of the state's education sector. The event was attended by notable figures, including the Executive Chairman of the State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), Dr. Hakeem Babatunde Shittu. The retirees, comprising teachers and non-teaching staff, were honoured for their dedication and commitment to educating children and administering schools across the state.
Dr. Shittu, in his address, urged the retiring education personnel to view retirement as a natural phase of life and not an end to meaningful engagement. He emphasised the importance of preparing for retirement from the beginning of one's career, noting that it is an inevitable stage that every worker will eventually face. According to Dr. Shittu, workers should be grateful for the opportunity to serve and contribute to the development of the education sector.
Dr. Shittu also advised the retirees to pay close attention to their health, particularly as they advance in age. He encouraged them to listen to their bodies and obey any signals, stressing that retirement is a time to prioritise one's wellbeing. The chairman noted that many workers who started their careers together would eventually reach retirement at different times, emphasising the importance of appreciating the opportunity to complete one's years of service.
Babatunde Williams, a permanent board member, described the occasion as a celebration of service, sacrifice, education, commitment, and achievement. He stated that the recognition was an opportunity for the state government to appreciate the retirees for their years of dedication to educating children, administering schools, and supporting teaching and learning across the state. Williams noted that the retirees had made significant contributions to the development of the education sector.
According to Williams, the Lagos State government has continued to acknowledge the contributions of public servants and their important roles in the development of the state. He said the recognition of the retirees was one of the ways the government demonstrated its appreciation for their loyalty, commitment, and dedication to service. The event provided a platform for the government to express its gratitude to the retirees for their hard work and commitment.
Williams urged the retirees not to regard their retirement from active service as the end of their contributions to society. He noted that their knowledge, wisdom, and experience remained valuable resources that could continue to benefit the education sector and the wider society. The retirees were encouraged to remain connected with their colleagues and continue to communicate with people they had worked with, despite leaving active service.
The Lagos State government's recognition of the 435 retired education workers serves as a testament to its commitment to appreciating the contributions of public servants. The event provided a fitting farewell to the retirees, who have dedicated their careers to the development of the state's education sector. As they begin this new phase of their lives, the retirees are expected to prioritise their health and continue to share their experience and wisdom with others.
Key points
- The Lagos State government has honoured 435 retired and retiring teachers and non-teaching staff for their contributions to the state's education sector.
- The retirees were urged to prioritise their health and view retirement as a natural phase of life.
- The event provided a platform for the government to express its gratitude to the retirees for their hard work and commitment.
