Gov. Eno: Teachers Catalysts in Realising My Vision for A’Ibom

Okon Bassey in Uyo 

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Mr. Umo Eno, has described teachers as the catalysts in ensuring the realisation of his vision for the State in his ARISE Agenda.

“Education is a critical pillar in the ARISE Agenda and we remain committed to ensuring that we raise great and knowledgeable leaders of tomorrow, who would compete with their peers anywhere in the world,” he said. 

The governor in a message released by his Chief Press Secretary, Ekerete Udoh, to mark the World Teachers’ Day, thanked teachers for the foundation, both in learning and morality laid in the children. 

“We salute you for your sacrifice, passion and patience in molding our future leaders. That’s the reason we have taken your welfare and wellbeing very seriously.

“To date, we have released over N3 billion to pay gratuities especially to retired primary school teachers. 

“We are constructing model public primary schools with adequate provisions for teachers to reside within the premises as was the case in the past.”, he stated.