Prof. Femi Akinwumi, Executive Chairman of Ekiti SUBEB, publicly commended Department Heads and Education Secretaries for advancing universal basic education.
Speaking publicly, he spotlighted their streamlined execution across 16 LGEAs.
Highlighting their pivotal role, he praised LGEA leaders statewide for successfully implementing grassroots learning reforms.
Through collaborative efforts, they strengthened school infrastructure and teacher training programs.
Emphasizing collaborative progress, Akinwumi reaffirmed SUBEB’s commitment to equitable education access under his strategic oversight.
This recognition follows measurable improvements in enrollment rates and classroom outcomes statewide.
Prof. Akinwumi made these remarks during the 2024 review meeting held in Ado Ekiti to assess the board’s activities and those of the LGEAs.
Commending their contributions, Prof. Akinwumi noted that their commitment has been instrumental in actualizing the state government’s vision for the education sector.
He emphasized their significance in implementing government policies and driving progress within their respective departments and local government areas.
SUBEB Chairman Prof. Akinwumi urged Education Secretaries to support Governor Oyebanji’s initiatives, stressing bold reforms revolutionized teacher welfare and basic education.
Prioritizing educators, proactive policies propelled Ekiti to top ranks.
Concurrently, N3.5B funds, 16 mega schools, and 505 teachers strengthened infrastructure.
Additionally, university educators rose to grade 16; primary teachers secured loans, housing, and materials. Governor Oyebanji stressed sustaining progress through governance and administrative loyalty.
Furthermore, he directed education secretaries to prioritize initiatives enhancing educational quality and streamlining basic education delivery.
Additionally, the SUBEB Chairman stressed routine school monitoring.
Directors must assess academic progress, enrollment trends, and infrastructure conditions, ensuring accountability while driving continuous improvement.
According to him, regular monitoring will significantly improve education standards and ensure alignment with Universal Basic Education (UBE) objectives.
Prof. Akinwumi championed peaceful teacher-community relations, directing Education Secretaries to launch orientation programs fostering mutual respect.
Simultaneously, he mandated clear guidelines to curb aggressive behaviors, preventing escalated conflicts and safeguarding lives and property.
He also called for enhanced security measures to protect teachers from both internal and external threats.
During the event, Dr. Olufunke Fajobi praised Directors and Education Secretaries for spearheading measurable progress.
Transitioning decisively, she advocated for tighter interdepartmental partnerships to fast-track Ekiti’s foundational education targets through cohesive action.
She further expressed confidence in their ability to boost productivity, pledging enhanced work environments to elevate motivation and output.
Through biannual reviews, heads of departments assess past activities while strategizing future initiatives to strengthen Ekiti’s education system.