Anambra teachers oppose waiver for UTME in education courses
Members of the Anambra State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Teachers have voiced strong opposition to the Federal Government’s decision to grant waivers for the Unified Tertiary Matriculation Examination for candidates seeking admission into Colleges of Education. The teachers argue that this move will lower the standards of the teaching profession. Chika Chukwudozie, the state NUT chairman, called on the government to reconsider the policy and engage with stakeholders to create more effective education policies. The union insists that improving teacher welfare and education funding is a better way to attract candidates.
What we know
- The Anambra State chapter of the Nigeria Union of Teachers rejected the Federal Government’s policy to exempt education courses from UTME requirements.
- Chika Chukwudozie stated that lowering admission standards will harm the teaching profession’s reputation.
- The union believes that proactive measures like better salaries, improved infrastructure, and scholarships would naturally attract more candidates.
- The teachers argue that the policy was introduced hastily without adequate professional consultation.
- They urge the Federal Government to reconsider the waiver and prioritize policies that enhance the quality and dignity of the teaching profession.
