Former Anambra governor and the presidential candidate of the Labour Party in the 2023 presidential election, Peter Obi, has used the occasion of World Teacher’s Day to issue a passionate call to the President Bola Tinubu-led government, urging them to prioritize the timely payment of teachers’ salaries across the nation.
In a tweet shared via his official X account, Mr Obi emphasized the critical role teachers play in the development of the country and stressed the importance of honouring their service with regular and punctual compensation.
The World Teacher’s Day celebration serves as a poignant reminder of the invaluable contributions made by educators to society. Peter Obi, in his statement, underlined the need for the government to step up its efforts in ensuring that teachers, particularly those at the basic education level, are not burdened by delayed or irregular salary payments.
He argued that basic education is a cornerstone of the nation’s development, making it imperative to treat the issue of teachers’ salaries with the utmost seriousness.
The former Anambra governor extended his call beyond public schools, urging the federal government to exert its influence over privately owned educational institutions to guarantee that their teaching staff receive their salaries promptly. He emphasized the importance of parity between teachers in private and public schools, recognizing that teachers in both sectors contribute significantly to the nation’s educational landscape.
News About Nigeria gathered that Peter Obi’s call for better treatment of teachers comes against the backdrop of the economic difficulties prevailing in the country. Despite these challenges, he encouraged teachers to remain steadfast and patient.
His words of encouragement serve as a source of inspiration to educators who are grappling with the hardships faced in their profession.
