The African Democratic Congress governorship candidate in Sokoto State, Manir Dan'iya, has urged the state government to address the challenges faced by teachers across the state. In a statement issued on Monday to mark the 2026 World Teachers’ Day, Dan'iya commended teachers for their dedication and sacrifices in educating children despite the difficulties confronting the profession. He expressed concern over reports of delays in the payment of September 2026 salaries of primary school teachers.
Dan'iya said that the annual World Teachers’ Day celebration should go beyond ceremonies and commendations to address the difficulties faced by teachers. He emphasized that it is impossible to build a strong education system when teachers are worried about their salaries, appointments, and access to training and professional support. The ADC candidate also raised concerns over reports that about 4,000 teachers were deleted from the state payroll after the current administration assumed office.
Dan'iya urged the government to provide clarity on the status of affected personnel, noting that payroll deletions should not automatically be interpreted as formal dismissal. He cited the state government’s September 23 announcement of a committee to verify 3,100 newly recruited civil servants and facilitate salary payments to eligible workers. Dan'iya said verification could be necessary for proper payroll management but emphasized that legitimately employed workers should not face prolonged uncertainty.
The ADC candidate called for regular training and professional development, adequate teaching materials, improved working environments, and clear career progression for teachers. He stressed that improving education requires more than budgetary allocations and infrastructure projects, as the welfare and capacity of teachers remain central to learning outcomes. Dan'iya also urged attention to challenges confronting universities, colleges, and other tertiary institutions in the state.
Dan'iya urged the Sokoto State Government to urgently resolve outstanding salary and employment issues, establish a transparent mechanism for addressing payroll complaints, and provide clarity on the status of affected workers. He reaffirmed his commitment to placing the welfare, dignity, and professional development of teachers at the centre of efforts to improve education in the state. The ADC candidate emphasized the need for tangible improvements in the lives of teachers.
According to Dan'iya, interventions in education infrastructure must be complemented by competent personnel and sustainable welfare arrangements. He expressed concern over reports of delays in the payment of September 2026 salaries of primary school teachers, saying teachers should not be left uncertain about their remuneration. The statement was issued by his Media Aide, Aminu Abdullahi.
The African Democratic Congress governorship candidate in Sokoto State, Manir Dan'iya, made the call in a statement to mark the 2026 World Teachers’ Day. He commended teachers in the state for their dedication and sacrifices in educating children despite the challenges confronting the profession. Dan'iya’s statement highlights the plight of teachers in Sokoto State and the need for urgent action to address their concerns.
Key points
- The ADC governorship candidate, Manir Dan'iya, calls for urgent action on teachers' salary delays, employment uncertainties, and welfare concerns in Sokoto State.
- Dan'iya commends teachers for their dedication and sacrifices in educating children despite challenges confronting the profession.
- The ADC candidate urges the government to provide clarity on the status of 4,000 teachers deleted from the state payroll.
