The Adamawa State Government has concluded plans to recruit an additional 5,000 teachers to boost education development in the state.
Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr. Garba Pella, announced this on Monday at a news conference in Yola, marking the 2026 International Day for Education, organised in collaboration with the Education in Emergency Working Group (EiEWG). This year’s theme was “The Power of Youth in Co-creating Education.”
Dr. Pella said the new recruitment builds on the previous employment of 2,000 teachers in 2022 and aims to fill gaps created by the construction of additional schools across the state. He noted that the recruitment process, which began in late 2025, has progressed to the stage of screening and interviews.
He added that 21 Model Basic Education Schools have been completed and are ready for take-off next term, alongside the rehabilitation of 68 secondary schools.
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The commissioner also highlighted efforts to integrate the Almajiri system of education into formal learning centres, where children are now receiving instruction in English and Mathematics to improve literacy and reduce street roaming.
Dr. Pella further stated that the state government has increased budgetary allocations to the education sector to compensate for the withdrawal of some partners and called on parents, communities, and educators to continue supporting youth development.
As part of the commemoration, the state government and EiEWG organised a Spelling Bee and Debate competition among public school pupils to celebrate the role of youth in education development.