The Abia State Government has recently approved salary adjustments for teachers and staff of the State Education Management Board (SEMB). This decision was announced by the Special Adviser to Governor Alex Otti on Basic and Secondary Education, Kenechukwu Nwosu, highlighting the government’s commitment to enhancing the welfare of education workers within the state. Nwosu emphasized that the timely payment of entitlements to education personnel is a priority for the administration, demonstrating an effort to uplift the education sector in Abia State.

In addition to salary adjustments, the government is also making progress in processing leave allowances for SEMB staff and teachers. Nwosu mentioned that plans are also underway to address payments for teachers whose service extensions were previously cut off due to administrative issues. This indicates a proactive approach from the Abia State Government to resolve existing concerns and ensure that education workers are fairly compensated for their service.

Governor Alex Otti has been commended for his commitment to prioritizing the education sector, reflecting a broader strategy to improve educational outcomes in the state. The governor’s administration appears focused on creating a stable and satisfactory working environment for educators, which could lead to better performance and ultimately benefit students across Abia State.