Abia Governor Approves ₦1 Billion For Teachers, Orders Payment of Outstanding Dues

Abia State Governor Dr Alex Otti has announced a ₦1 billion Teachers’ Appreciation Fund for teachers across the state as part of activities marking the 2026 World Teachers’ Day celebration.

The governor made the announcement on Monday, October 5, at the Michael Okpara Event Centre, Umuahia, while responding to issues raised by the State Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Comrade Madu ChukwuJekwu.

Otti directed the Accountant-General of the state to distribute the ₦1 billion equally among all teachers, describing the gesture as appreciation for their contributions to the development of Abia and the upbringing of its children.

The governor also issued several directives aimed at addressing outstanding teachers' welfare issues.

He ordered the payment of all outstanding check-off dues within seven days, while teachers whose salaries were delayed because of verification issues are to be paid by the end of October.

The governor further directed the payment of salaries owed to 4,075 newly recruited teachers before the end of October.

On outstanding 2021 and 2022 promotions, Otti directed the Abia State Universal Basic Education Board (ASUBEB) to complete the process and harmonise it with the Head of Service for approval, with the exercise expected to be concluded by the end of October.

He also ordered the reinstatement of teachers below 65 years who had been disengaged, stating that they should be returned to service without requiring further approval.

The governor said his administration would continue to pursue reforms in education, including the development of Smart Schools across the state's 17 local government areas, while maintaining its policy of free and compulsory education.

Source: Official Website of Alex Otti, Governor of Abia State

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