Ekiti gov approves recruitment of primary school teachers

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has given the green light for the recruitment of teachers into public primary schools, a move designed to bolster the state's basic education sector and enhance learning outcomes. The approval signifies the administration's dedication to improving educational quality across the state.

Professor Femi Akinwumi, Chairman of the Ekiti State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), stated that the recruitment will strictly fill consequential vacancies arising from recent teacher retirements. This initiative is crucial for addressing existing gaps in public primary schools and ensuring adequate staffing levels.

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The recruitment will be based strictly on consequential vacancies arising from the retirement of teachers over the past few years.

Akinwumi emphasized that the governor's approval demonstrates a strong commitment to equipping primary schools with qualified educators. He believes this will not only improve the quality of teaching and learning but also guarantee that every child receives a quality basic education. The exercise aligns with the state government's broader human capital development agenda and is expected to create employment opportunities for the state's youth.

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The exercise is aimed at filling existing gaps in public primary schools to ensure adequate staffing.

The SUBEB chairman assured prospective applicants that the recruitment process would be transparent and merit-based, adhering to established guidelines. Selections will be made based on qualifications, competence, and school needs, with a particular focus on critical subject areas and underserved communities. This marks the second major primary school teacher recruitment drive during Oyebanji's first term, following an initial exercise when the administration began.

Interested and qualified individuals are advised to monitor official SUBEB communication channels and government media platforms for detailed information on the application process and timelines.

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The governor’s approval is a clear demonstration of his commitment to ensuring that our primary schools are adequately staffed with qualified teachers. This will not only improve teaching and learning but also guarantee that every child has access to quality basic education.