Kebbi State Governor, Dr. Nasir Idris, has made an ambitious claim that his administration has not sidelined teachers, despite claims to the contrary. In a bold statement, Governor Idris revealed that in just 20 months of his tenure, a total of 1,954 schools across the state have either been renovated or newly constructed.
Speaking to a gathering of 1,125 APC delegates from 225 wards in Kebbi’s 21 Local Government Areas, the governor detailed the scope of his administration’s efforts. “Of the 1,954 schools, 1,618 were renovated, and 336 new schools were constructed,” Idris disclosed. This ambitious renovation plan is part of a larger initiative to improve the state’s educational infrastructure and support the growth of the next generation.
Governor Idris firmly dismissed accusations that teachers in Kebbi had been neglected, emphasizing that his government has consistently prioritized their welfare. “My administration has implemented minimum wage scales for teachers, including N18,000, N30,000, and N70,000, ensuring that no teacher is left unpaid,” he stated, reiterating his commitment to the state’s educators.
In a further step to enhance the welfare of teachers, the governor revealed that his administration had raised the retirement age for teachers to 65 years or 40 years of service. This policy change distinguishes Kebbi from other states, aiming to retain experienced educators for longer and improve the overall quality of teaching across the state.
The renovation of thousands of schools and the enhancements to teachers’ benefits have been widely celebrated in the state, as Governor Idris continues to make education a cornerstone of his leadership. The announcement has sparked conversations on social media, with many praising the efforts to revitalize Kebbi’s educational system.