Kebbi teachers praised for staying in classrooms despite economic strain

The Nigeria Union of Teachers in Kebbi State has commended educators for maintaining their commitment to work despite the country’s economic difficulties. The state NUT chairman, Zaki Sarki SK, made the remarks on Sunday in a message marking the 2026 World Teachers’ Day. He described teachers as central to national development and said their work helped produce the professionals and skilled workers needed to sustain the economy.

Sarki said teachers’ contribution extended beyond classroom instruction. He argued that doctors, nurses, engineers and entrepreneurs were all part of the wider chain of education created by teachers. The chairman also praised Governor Nasir Idris, whom he called a “teacher governor”, for what he described as efforts to improve teachers’ welfare and strengthen basic education.

According to Sarki, the administration had provided improved remuneration, teaching aids and additional teachers. He also attributed school construction and renovation projects to the administration, saying the measures were helping to improve learning conditions for pupils across the state. The statements were presented as part of the union’s assessment of teachers’ roles and welfare on the commemorative occasion.

Sarki urged teachers to use World Teachers’ Day to reflect on their responsibilities and continue working to improve their performance. He said the union would keep defending their rights and privileges through lawful and constructive engagement with the relevant authorities. The chairman’s comments praised teachers’ resilience while also placing emphasis on continued professional commitment.

He did not announce any new policy or specific additional benefit, but said the NUT would remain alongside teachers in securing their interests.