The First Lady of Nigeria, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has emphasized the pivotal role of education in national progress, highlighting it as a key pathway for societal advancement.
The First Lady who stated on Friday this when she played host to the management team from the Ministry of Education led by the Minister, Prof Tahir Mamman, explained that it is important to improve the profession.
She urged the practitioners to raise the quality of teaching and learning.
“I will join you to champion the drive for more teachers in the country. They are important to the teaching outcomes we get,” she said.
Senator Oluremi Tinubu commended the Minister for approving the change of name from Second Chance School to Alternative High School for Girls, saying the new name is more dignifying.
“Education is the way to grow as a nation. We know insecurity is there, discouraging girl-child education. But we will not be intimidated from giving this generation what they deserve, quality education.
“Governors should be encouraged to adopt the Alternative High School for Girls. Once UBEC builds one in the State, they should build more. These girls should be given the opportunity to fulfil their dreams. How will they fill on their resumé, I went to Second Chance School, and people will ask, what did you do,” she noted.
Sen. Tinubu applauded the drive by the Federal Ministry of Education to get more teachers for government schools in the country.
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The First Lady also called the attention of the Minister to the need for Adult Literacy Schools in the country and also the re-introduction of Technical Colleges to cover for the children who could not get into Tertiary institutions due to poor academic strength.
The Minister of Education, Prof Tahir Mamman explained that his Ministry is introducing Skills Acquisition from the primary school level.
“The issue of out-of-school children is getting our due attention. Only about 25% of our youth get into tertiary institutions. We have to see to the others that are just there. We must get them well trained in their chosen skills,” he said.
He stated that the Ministry is prioritizing those who want to study education in tertiary institutions.
Prof. Mamman further presented 100 General Scholarships for Female Students and 1000 Bursary Awards for those studying education to the First Lady.
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