Kwara Governor AbdulRazaq Awards N120m to Teachers

On World Teachers’ Day, Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq presented awards totaling N120 million to outstanding teachers and principals from both public and private schools. The awards included N29 million for 29 best principals/head teachers, N59.5 million for 119 outstanding teachers, N22 million for 11 university professors, and N9 million for three schools recognized as the Best Kept School.

The governor announced plans to purchase 10,000 shares of the Dangote Refinery IPO for 10 female teachers from each outstanding public school to promote an investment culture. AbdulRazaq emphasized the importance of teachers in the education sector and reiterated his government's commitment to improving their welfare and working conditions.

He highlighted ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of education through the recruitment of qualified teachers, professional development, and improved school infrastructure. The governor also mentioned the implementation of a 27.5% Teachers’ Specific Allowance and acknowledged the positive outcomes of government interventions in the education sector.