TEACHERS’ DAY: OLATUNJI VOWS TO IMPROVE TEACHERS’ WELFARE, WORKING CONDITIONS AND REMUNERATION
The Governorship Candidate of the Action Democratic Party (ADP) in Oyo State, Hon. Kunle Olatunji KTJ, has felicitated with teachers across Oyo State and Nigeria on the occasion of this year’s Teachers’ Day, assuring them of his commitment to improving their working conditions, welfare and remuneration if elected as the next Governor of Oyo State.
Olatunji, while celebrating teachers for their invaluable contributions to the development of individuals and society, expressed concern over what he described as inadequate attention to the teaching profession and the welfare of teachers over the years.
He stressed that the development of every sector of the economy is fundamentally linked to the quality of education and training available to the people, noting that teachers remain central to transmitting knowledge, developing skills and shaping future generations.
According to him, despite the strategic importance of teachers to nation-building and human capital development, the profession has not received the level of recognition, motivation, welfare and institutional support commensurate with the enormous responsibilities placed on educators.
The ADP governorship candidate, who described himself as a son of a teacher and someone from a family with a strong tradition in the teaching profession, said his personal background has further deepened his appreciation of the sacrifices and contributions of teachers to society.
He recalled the remarkable legacy of his late father, Pa Peter Akintayo Olatunji, whom he described as a distinguished teacher and a leading figure whose impact, alongside that of many other teachers, contributed significantly to the development and advancement of those he taught and mentored.
“Today, I reflect deeply on the tremendous impact teachers have had on my life and on whatever modest achievements I have been able to record. I therefore cannot but join the global community in recognising, appreciating and celebrating these professionals in this truly noble and indispensable profession.”
Olatunji further assured teachers in Oyo State that his administration, if elected, would review existing policies affecting the teaching profession with a view to improving their working environment, welfare, remuneration, professional development and overall status within the education system.
He emphasised that any serious commitment to human capital development must begin with deliberate investment in teachers, noting that no education system can rise above the quality, motivation and commitment of its teachers.
He therefore called on governments, educational institutions, parents, communities and other stakeholders to accord teachers the dignity, recognition and support they deserve as critical builders of the human capital required for sustainable economic and social development.
Olatunji congratulated teachers across Oyo State and Nigeria on the occasion, while expressing appreciation for their dedication, patience and sacrifices in shaping generations and contributing to the progress of society.
“Happy Teachers’ Day to our teachers. Your contributions to the development of our children, our communities and our nation will never be in vain.”
Hon. Kunle Olatunji KTJ
Governorship Candidate
Action Democratic Party (ADP), Oyo State
Kunle OLATUNJI Campaign Organization (KOCO)
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