2025 World Teachers’ Day: NUT Lagos Wing Commends Governor Sanwo-Olu’s support

The Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) Lagos Wing has commended Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu of the state for always demonstrating his unalloyed support to the betterment of teachers in the state.

This commendation was made by the Lagos State Chairman of the NUT, Comrade Hassan Akintoye Mujeeb while presenting his address at the Year 2025 World Teachers’ Day Celebration on Sunday, 5th October, 2025 at the NUT Pavilion, Central Business District, Alausa, Ikeja, Lagos.

According to the Chairman, the support of Governor Sanwo-Olu to the upliftment and welfare of the entire teachers in Lagos State cannot be over emphasised as his administration is always in support of the teaching profession.

“Mr Governor has also shown consistent recognition of the crucial role of teachers in shaping the future of Lagos, and for this, we remain deeply grateful.

“As we journey into the new administration, the Union respectfully seeks the continued partnership and support of the Lagos State Government and all education stakeholders.

“We are confident that with your enduring commitment, our teachers will be better empowered to deliver qualitative education, while NUT will continue to stand as a pillar of stability, unity and excellence in the State education sector.

“Your Excellency, the leadership of NUT Lagos State Wing wishes to sincerely appreciate the Lagos State Government for the unwavering support extended to our Union during the last administration.

“We acknowledged as well with gratitude the collaborative efforts of all Government agencies who ensured that our Branch and State Delegates’ Conference and Elections were conducted in a seamless, peaceful and highly credible manner.

“Your Excellency, this singular act not only strengthened our democratic process but also reinforced the bond of trust between the Lagos State Government and the teaching profession in our dear State. It stands as a clear testament to your administration’s recognition of the pivotal role teachers play in shaping the future of Lagos State.

“Your Excellency, Lagos State has always been seen as a model for others to follow, and we strongly believe that domestication of the 65/40 years retirement policy will further affirm Lagos as a truly teacher-friendly State under your visionary leadership.

“May we respectfully draw your attention to the fact that the Governor of Delta State won the Best Governor of the Year in the nine (9) States of the old Western Region and will be awarded at the World Teachers’ Day Celebration in Abuja today by NUT National. This recognition was not because his administration outperformed Lagos State in educational development, but primarily because Delta State had approved the 65 years retirement age for its teachers. We firmly believe that Lagos, being the Centre of Excellence, should not be left behind in this regard.

“Your Excellency, we appeal that you kindly grant this approval as a gesture of goodwill and as a mark of love for teachers who daily give their all to nurture the leaders of tomorrow. Approving this policy will not only boost the morale of teachers but also cement your legacy as the Governor who genuinely valued, appreciated, and invested in teachers during his tenure”, Comrade Mujeeb stressed.

However, the Lagos State NUT Chairman used the medium to appreciate every teacher across Lagos State, from the creeks of Epe to the busy streets of Ikeja, from the riverine communities of Badagry to the bustling neighborhoods of Surulere, “we say thank you for your sacrifices, your patience, your resilience, and your passion for raising generations”.

The Theme of this Year’s World Teachers’ Day Celebration, “RECASTING TEACHING AS A COLLABORATIVE PROFESSION” is both timely and visionary.