The Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled plans to recruit 3,500 new teaching staff for Federal Unity Colleges across the country.
This initiative was announced by Dr. Yusuf Sununu, Minister of State for Education, during the National Stakeholders’ Forum on Senior Secondary Education, a two-day event focused on improving secondary education in Nigeria.
The forum, themed “Revitalising Senior Secondary Education in Nigeria for Global Competitiveness,” aimed to address current challenges in the education sector.
Dr. Sununu said that the recruitment effort, in collaboration with various government bodies, is expected to enhance educational quality.
“I assure you that the Ministry is collaborating with the Office of the Head of Service, the Federal Civil Service Commission, and other relevant government organs to recruit 3,500 teaching staff for our federal government colleges nationwide.
“This will enhance the quality of education. Additionally, the Ministry has organised extensive training and retraining for all staff in schools.”
He also noted that the Ministry of Education is investing in extensive training for school staff and has already trained over 1,000 educators in educational technology.
Additionally, over 53 vocational training centers have been established to support youth skill development, in line with President Bola Tinubu’s vision.
The government has also approved the construction of 50 new model schools to further improve educational standards.
