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FG set up 9-man technical committee on teacher’s training to overhaul education system

In a groundbreaking move, the Federal Government has set up a 9-man Technical Committee on Teachers’ Training and Support to pave the way for a transformative overhaul of Nigeria’s education system. The Honourable Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, made this known while meeting with UNESCO Representative, Mr. Abdourahamane Diallo in the Ministry. The initiative…

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The Honourable Minister of Education, Prof. Tahir Mamman, made this known while meeting with UNESCO Representative, Mr. Abdourahamane Diallo in the Ministry. The initiative underscores the critical role of teachers’ empowerment.

In a statement by the Director, Press & Public Relations, Federal Ministry of Education, Folasade Boriowo, the committee members include education experts, UNESCO representatives, and key stakeholders with responsibility of evaluating, enhancing current training programs, as well as designing and implementing new modules.

The committee is to deliver quality education through the teacher support and training for basic and secondary schools. Also to review existing policies, practices across the board.

Prof. Mamman stated, “Teachers are the backbone of our education system. This committee will provide them with world-class training and support, elevating education quality.” He stated further that the Ministry is starting a new curriculum for basic education that will inculcate education and skill which requires training and retraining for teachers in skill development.

***Group photograph with Education Ministers, Prof. Tahir Mamman and Dr. Tanko Sununu, Directors of the Ministry and representative of UNESCO***

On his part, Mr. Diallo emphasized UNESCO’s commitment, noting the committee’s importance in advancing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and addressing key education policies. He further emphasized their commitment to support the ministry in development of policies for the teachers, stating that there will be a blueprint that will guide teachers training programmes for review and assessment. “The blueprint for teacher development, covering digital skills, working conditions, and more”, he said.

This initiative marks a major step in the government’s efforts to reform education, with initial findings expected within six months.

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