By Aaior k comfort
Hamid Bobboyi, the Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), has revealed that more than 30% of Nigeria’s teaching workforce has left their positions over the past three years.
Bobboyi shared this alarming statistic during a six-day training workshop held in Kano, organized by the Kano State Universal Basic Education Board in partnership with UBEC. The workshop, which focused on SMASE and Jolly Phonics, aimed to train 30 School Support Officers.
The UBEC chief expressed concern over the high rate of teacher attrition, noting that many educators retired or sought new opportunities without being replaced. He praised the Kano State Government for its proactive approach to addressing the issue by recruiting new teachers and replacing those who have retired. Bobboyi urged other states to adopt similar measures.
Bobboyi emphasized the critical role of teachers in national development, stating, “The teacher is a fundamental element in our entire ecosystem. Neglecting teachers impacts the development of children and, consequently, the country.”
He commended the teacher development unit for organizing the workshop, calling it an effective strategy for enhancing educational quality.
Yusuf Kabir, Executive Secretary of the Kano State Universal Basic Education Board, highlighted that the state government has committed to replacing retired teachers every three months. Additionally, he announced plans for constructing new classrooms across local government areas to alleviate overcrowding and improve the learning environment.
The workshop trained 30 School Support Officers to assist teachers in Mathematics, English, and Science, aiming to boost student performance.
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