The Osun State government has been urged to reverse its decision to fire teachers hired by the previous administration by the leadership of the Inter Party Advisory Council.
This is stated in a statement that was made available to journalist Abuja and signed by Mr. Wale Adebayo, Chairman of the Council, on Tuesday in Osogbo, the capital of Osun State.
The head of the IPAC pleaded with the government to soften its stance on the matter and disregard claims that all of the teachers who were affected belonged to the All Progressives Congress (APC).
He noted, “We beseech the governor to soften his stance on the issue since the recruitment of the teachers was widely advertised, exams conducted and letter of appointment were duly given to successful applicants.”
Adebayo said that, contrary to what was said in some circles, the previous administration would not have been able to fill the void with APC loyalists.
He added that the majority of teachers' lives had become difficult as a result of the teachers' salaries not being paid: I want to beg the Osun State Government to consider his position on the nonpayment of salaries to them in good conscience.
“At IPAC level, we salute his lofty steps at improving the fortunes of the state. The affected teachers are indigenes of Osun State and efforts must be made by the government to assuage their sufferings.
“The teaching job remains a noble one that teachers walk with pride wherever they are because of the important role they play in human and nation building. We urge Mr Governor to do needful.”
