Peter Obi Advocates for Improved Salaries and Recognition of Teachers on World Teachers Day

Peter Obi’s Call for Better Salaries and Recognition for Teachers

Former presidential candidate of the Labour Party (LP) in the 2023 general elections, Peter Obi, has emphasized the importance of valuing and adequately compensating teachers. In a social media post on World Teachers’ Day, Obi urged the government to prioritize timely payment of teachers’ salaries, recognizing their crucial role in nation-building.

Obi stressed that teachers are instrumental in human capital development, which forms the foundation of societal progress. He emphasized that genuine development in any society hinges on the significant contributions of educators.

The former Governor of Anambra State credited the successes in the education sector during his tenure to the dedication and commitment of teachers. He also called for government intervention in privately-owned schools to ensure that teachers receive equitable compensation.

Furthermore, Obi advocated for increased investment in education and the employment of more teachers to address the challenge of the 22 million out-of-school children in Nigeria.

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Obi concluded by encouraging teachers to persevere through prevailing economic challenges, expressing hope for a brighter future for education in Nigeria. He highlighted the pivotal role of educators in shaping the “New Nigeria” that the nation aspires to achieve.

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This World Teachers’ Day statement underscores Obi’s unwavering support for educators and his commitment to advancing the education sector in Nigeria.