Kwara State Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq has approved the cash backing of year 2018 promotion for the staff of Kwara State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), with immediate effect.

The Chairman, Kwara State Teaching Service Commission, Mallam Bello Tauheed Abubakar disclosed this in Ilorin today, while addressing the management staff of the commission in his office.

He affirmed the approval is another testimony to Governor AbdulRazaq-led administration's commitment to improving the welfare of teachers in the State.

Bello recalled that His Excellency on assumption of office in 2019 cash backed the promotions for years 2015, 2016, 2017 and also implemented the minimum wage for Teachers as well as ensuring that teachers are up-to-date in their promotion.

The Chairman assured staff of the commission that the current administration will ensure that all promotions are cash backed as and when due.

While appreciating Governor AbdulRazaq's huge investment in teacher's welfare, Bello assured him of the commission's support and dedication to work at all times, with a promise to justify their pay with hard work.

Olajide Abolarin
Press Secretary
Kwara TESCOM
8th February 2023