Governor Agbu Kefas of Taraba State has assured that all outstanding salary arrears owed to teachers will be cleared before December 2024. The commitment was made on Monday during a town hall meeting with principals and head teachers of public schools, which took place in Jalingo, the state capital.
In addition to settling the four-month salary arrears, Governor Kefas also pledged to promote deserving teachers. To actualize this, he directed the state Ministry of Education to, as a matter of urgency, set up a committee to assess the issue of promotions and make relevant recommendations.
Over 100,000 school uniforms, bags, sandals, and other items, according to him, are ready and will soon be distributed to some schools for onward distribution to the children. His administration, as he further disclosed, is working closely with the Civil Defense to enhance the physical security of school environments, ensuring a safe space for learning.