The governorship candidate of the Allied Peoples’ Movement (APM) in Oyo State, Hon. Bimbo Adekanmbi, has described teachers as nation builders, pledging to sustain and strengthen programmes aimed at improving their welfare and professional development under the proposed Omituntun 3.0 administration.
Adekanmbi made the declaration in a statement issued by his Director of Communication and Spokesperson, Oyo State APM Governorship Campaign Council, Yinka Oladoyinbo, to mark the 2026 World Teachers’ Day.
He commended teachers across Oyo State for their dedication to nurturing young minds and preparing future leaders, stressing that no nation could rise above the quality of its teachers.
The APM candidate noted that the contributions of teachers had played a significant role in the improvement recorded in the state’s education sector, citing Oyo State’s reported third-place ranking nationwide in recent National Examinations Council (NECO) performance metrics.
He described teachers as dependable partners in the development of the education sector and commended them for their professionalism, patience and sacrifices in shaping the lives of students.
“Teachers do far more than teach academic lessons; they teach resilience, kindness, critical thinking, and belief in one’s potential,” Adekanmbi said.
He assured teachers that his administration would build on the achievements recorded under the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde and sustain policies and programmes designed to improve their welfare.
Adekanmbi pledged to maintain prompt payment of salaries, including the payment of workers’ salaries on the 25th of every month, popularly referred to as “GSM Day.”
He also promised to sustain the promotion and upgrading of teachers in line with global standards, as well as allowances and incentives, including the 27.5 per cent teaching allowance, leave bonuses and 13th-month salary bonuses.
The APM candidate further pledged to expand leadership opportunities for education professionals, including appointments as Permanent Secretaries, Tutors General and Inspectors General.
He said his administration would introduce additional reforms aimed at empowering teachers and further elevating the standard of education across the state.
“Teachers are the architects of Oyo State’s future, and under Omituntun 3.0, they will continue to receive the respect, support, and opportunities they deserve,” Adekanmbi said.
