Aiyedatiwa Advocates for Teacher Investment in Ondo State

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa called for increased investment in teachers, advocating for the provision of necessary tools, dignity, and improved working environments for educators. He made these remarks on Monday in Abuja while accepting a Special Recognition at the 2026 World Teachers’ Day Commemoration and President’s Teachers’ and Schools Excellence Awards at Eagle Square.

Aiyedatiwa dedicated the award to teachers in Ondo State, acknowledging their vital role in education and societal development. He shared his experience as a former teacher, which has informed his governance approach.

The governor noted that his administration has prioritized education within its seven-pillar development agenda, including the recruitment of over 2,100 teachers in 2025, construction of 43 classroom blocks at a cost of approximately N3.1 billion, and the renovation of 75 schools. Additionally, he mentioned the procurement of furniture for learners and teachers, distribution of learning resources, and ongoing support for teachers' welfare through timely salary payments and settling gratuity arrears.