The Committee overseeing the recruitment of teachers in Zamfara State has received over 8,000 applications for the first batch of 500 qualified teaching positions, as part of the planned recruitment of 2,000 teachers across the state.
This initiative aligns with the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) project’s mandate to improve girls’ education in Zamfara.
The Chairman of the Committee and also for the State Civil Service Commission, Alhaji Aliyu Mohammed Tukur, disclosed this during a radio live programme in Gusau, the state capital.
Alhaji Tukur was accompanied by the State Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Malam Wadatau Madawaki, who is serving as the deputy chairman of the committee.
He explained that, the recruitment will be conducted in four phases, with 500 teachers to be recruited in each phase, stressing that, the approach is to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
Alhaji Aliyu Mohammed Tukur emphasized that, only applicants with relevant qualifications are encouraged to apply, in order to maintain the integrity and quality of the exercise.
According to him, the first batch of recruitment will focus on core science and technical subjects, including English, Mathematics, Biology, Physics, Chemistry, ICT, and Technical Drawing.
He further noted that, an online portal was opened for qualified candidates to apply, with a two-week window provided for submissions.
Saying that, each phase of the recruitment will follow a similar process, with the required subject areas clearly stated to guide applicants.
Alhaji Tukur stressed that priority will be given to candidates from local government areas and communities near schools, to address the recurring issue of absenteeism and ensure timely reporting by teachers.
The Chairman reiterated the commitment of Governor Dauda Lawal to revamping the education sector in the state.
“As we all know, the state of education has been deteriorating, to the extent that students are struggling to perform in NECO and WAEC examinations. Despite numerous challenges, teachers have continued to give their best. Upon realizing this situation, His Excellency, Governor Dauda Lawal, approved the recruitment of 2,000 new teachers,” he said.
He added that the phased recruitment of 500 teachers at a time is to ensure that only the most qualified candidates are selected.
The AGILE project is supporting the recruitment exercise as part of its broader efforts to improve learning outcomes and empower adolescent girls through quality education.
