Kebbi gov unveils plans to review primary school teachers’ salaries

Kebbi State Governor Nasir Idris has announced the formation of a committee tasked with reviewing the salary structure for primary school teachers across the state. The governor made this commitment during an interactive session with education stakeholders in Birnin Kebbi, assuring teachers that his administration is dedicated to enhancing their welfare and ensuring the full implementation of the national minimum wage.

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I am going to inaugurate a committee that will look into the salary scale of primary school teachers across the state. The committee will be given 30 days to submit its report, and we will carefully consider its recommendations.

The newly formed committee will be given a 30-day deadline to present its findings and recommendations regarding teachers' salaries and overall welfare. Governor Idris emphasized his personal connection to the teaching profession, stating, "This government belongs to you because I am one of you. I am still a teacher." He pledged to ensure fairness in salary implementation and cautioned teachers against being influenced by those seeking to undermine the administration's progress.

In addition to addressing salary concerns, Governor Idris revealed plans to introduce various loan schemes for teachers. These initiatives will include provisions for vehicle, motorcycle, and housing loans, aimed at improving teachers' living standards and fostering a greater sense of belonging. He urged teachers to remain focused on their responsibilities, highlighting the critical role of quality basic education in the state's future development.

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This government belongs to you because I am one of you. I am still a teacher, and it was your support and votes that brought me to this position. I will not allow anyone to cheat you.

Local government chairmen present at the meeting confirmed that salary adjustments for primary school teachers had begun, though implementation is not yet complete. The governor's announcements come shortly after he distributed 225 motorcycles to local government councilors, underscoring his administration's focus on grassroots governance and service delivery.

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We are also working on programmes that will provide teachers with car loans, motorcycle loans and housing loans so that they can enjoy a greater sense of belonging and improve their living conditions.