Stakeholders have called for a standard means of motivation for teachers in Nigeria to discharge their duties optimally. They stated this while speaking on the Federal University of Agriculture, Abeokuta (FUNAAB), Ogun State radio station, FUNAAB Radio 89.5FM live interactive programme, Boiling Point. The programme was held in commemoration of the 2021 World Teachers’ Day, usually celebrated on October 5th every year. The stakeholders said there was no doubt that teachers were worth being celebrated, adding that there would not be any development without teachers. According to the Secretary, Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), Ogun State Wing, Comrade Samson Oyelere, teachers impart knowledge, work as guidance and counselors and also serve as parents, who nurture the younger ones to become better citizens in society.

He said the celebration of teachers was not the responsibility of the government alone, adding that students and parents could appreciate them as well. “Teaching is a calling and teachers currently need help. And unless and until they receive the desired help, they might not be able to discharge their duties very well”, he said. Also, the Vice-Principal (Administration), FUNAAB International School, Mrs. Anuolu Oyewunmi, said teachers were in need of support from the government, parents, and students. He argued further that there was a need for the government to review relevant policies that affect the teaching profession in Nigeria. Mrs. Oyewunmi said teaching involves being called and trained to discharge their duties, adding that teachers are usually observant, up and doing, loyal, honest, model, and are expected to be an all-rounder and standing as loco parentis to students. “Teachers need to sacrifice and improvise to increase the standard of education”, she added.