Governor Dr. Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has announced plans to raise the minimum academic qualifications for teachers in the state. According to the governor, the new policy aims to improve the quality of education by setting higher standards for educators.
Governor Kefas revealed that, under the new policy, a master’s degree would be the minimum academic qualification for secondary school teachers, while a university first degree would be required for primary school teachers. This marks a departure from the current minimum requirement of the National Certificate of Education (NCE) for primary school teachers.
During a dinner with journalists in Jalingo on Sunday, Governor Kefas emphasized the importance of education and announced the reintroduction of History as a subject in the basic education curriculum in the state. The governor believes that incorporating History studies will lay a solid foundation for accelerated development.
Additionally, Governor Kefas highlighted the government’s commitment to providing free education in the state, including a recent reduction in school fees for undergraduates at the state university. He urged journalists to monitor the implementation of the free education policy in primary and secondary schools to ensure that school administrators adhere to the new standards.
The governor expressed determination to secure a bright future for the state’s children and emphasized that the government’s education policies are not to be taken lightly. He warned that any obstacles to achieving the goals of the education policies would be addressed decisively. The proposed changes in teacher qualifications reflect the state’s efforts to enhance the quality of education and invest in the educational development of its citizens.
