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Ekiti Governor Awards N1 Million to Two Disability Teachers
On October 6, 2024, Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji celebrated Teachers’ Day by honoring two remarkable educators dedicated to teaching students with disabilities.
Each teacher received a cash award of 500,000 naira, highlighting the governor’s commitment to acknowledging the vital role of these educators in fostering inclusive education.
The event took place during a lively celebration in the state, where the achievements of educators were showcased.
Mrs. Adetoun Agboola, Special Adviser on Special Education and Social Inclusion, praised Governor Oyebanji for his unwavering support for inclusivity in education.
She noted that this recognition serves as a significant morale booster for teachers in the disability sector.
Agboola remarked that this was the first time such awards were presented during the Teachers’ Day celebration in Ekiti State, emphasizing the historic nature of the gesture.
“The recognition of these dedicated teachers who tirelessly work with children with disabilities reflects Governor Oyebanji’s strong commitment to promoting inclusivity in our educational system,” she stated.
She also acknowledged the challenges faced by these educators over the past year.
They have had to adapt to new teaching methods, manage increased documentation, and prepare rigorously before delivering lessons.
Agboola emphasized that their hard work has paid off, as evidenced by today’s well-deserved honors, which recognize their unwavering dedication to their students.
Moreover, Agboola highlighted that these awards symbolize the acknowledgment of teachers’ voices within the disability community.
She reiterated the governor’s promise to support these educators and the broader community, ensuring that their needs and contributions are recognized.
The theme for this year’s Teachers’ Day celebration, “Valuing Teachers’ Voices: Towards a New Social Contract for Education,” resonates deeply with the ongoing efforts to enhance the educational landscape in Ekiti State.
By honoring these educators, Governor Oyebanji not only highlights their commitment but also sets a precedent for valuing all teachers across various sectors.
It has been reported that Niger State and some northern states have come together and agreed to take down 979 forests in order to strengthen national security.
This was revealed by the Niger State Governor, represented by his deputy, Yakubu Garba, at the passing-out parade in Mutum Daya.
He also shared that the government will support in any way they can in order to achieve this and strengthen security in Nigeria.
“The state will make necessary arrangements to support and empower the Forest Guard families for their service to the nation. We will provide them with adequate healthcare insurance scheme.”
Nigerian news analyst, Mahmud Jega, has shared his opinion on the recent airstrike carried out by the United States in Nigeria, stating that Nigerians should not blame President Bola Tinubu for the incident.
Jega made this statement during a recent interview, where he said he does not believe many people will hold the Tinubu administration responsible, as Donald Trump had issued threats against Nigeria long before Tinubu’s administration.
“No, I don’t think many people will blame the Tinubu administration for what is happening now because President Donald Trump, when he first made the threats, it was clearly not in coordination with the Tinubu administration or the government of Nigeria,” Jega said.
It has been reported that the United States carried out an airstrike targeting ISIS in the northwest region of Nigeria. The order was reportedly given by former U.S. President Donald Trump.
“Tonight, at my direction as Commander in Chief, the United States launched a powerful and deadly strike against ISIS terrorist elements in northwest Nigeria,” Trump said.
He added, “I have previously warned these terrorists that if they did not stop the slaughtering of Christians, there would be hell to pay, and tonight, there was.”
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