The Lagos State University of Education (LASUED) marked World Teachers’ Day 2025 with a ceremony at its Ijaniki campus. The event, themed “Recasting Teaching as a Collaborative Profession,” highlighted the importance of teamwork and mutual support within the education sector.
Vice‑Chancellor Prof. Bilkis Lafiaji‑Okuneye noted that the quality of education is directly linked to teachers’ welfare and professional standing. She disclosed that no teacher in Lagos State earns less than N150,000, underscoring the state’s commitment to a robust salary structure. Nevertheless, she acknowledged that many teachers in Nigeria still confront challenges such as inadequate preparation, poor working conditions, and limited access to professional development. Lafiaji‑Okuneye stressed that collaboration among teachers, policymakers, and the community is essential to address these issues and elevate the teaching profession.
Guest speaker Prof. Adewale Gbenga identified various categories of teachers—beginner, proficient, mentor, and distinguished—and emphasized the need to understand students’ needs. He discussed different levels of collaboration, including teacher‑to‑teacher and student‑to‑teacher interactions, which can enhance student support and boost teacher morale.
Lafiaji‑Okuneye called for collaboration in three critical areas: teacher‑to‑teacher, school‑community, and teacher‑policymaker partnerships. She urged the government and funding agencies to invest in modern teaching resources and infrastructure, such as digital learning tools and well‑equipped science and technology laboratories. The Vice‑Chancellor proposed allocating 20 % of the annual education budget to upgrading classroom infrastructure, beginning with the 2026 fiscal year.
The ceremony was attended by university management and staff, who gathered to celebrate teachers’ contributions and discuss ways to improve the education system. As World Teachers’ Day is observed globally, the emphasis on collaboration and mutual support serves as a reminder of the vital role teamwork plays in shaping the future of education. By working together, educators, policymakers, and the community can create a more effective and supportive learning environment, ultimately benefiting students and society as a whole.
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