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2023 World Teachers Day: Command Secondary School Emphasizes the Need to Address Teacher Shortage
In a grand celebration of the 2023 World Teachers Day, Command Secondary School Jos brought together educators, administrators, and guests to commemorate the vital role played by teachers in shaping the future. The event, themed “The Teachers We Need for the Education We Want: The Global Imperative to Reverse Teachers Shortage,” took place today at Ogundeko Hall in Command Secondary School Jos, Plateau State.
The Vice Principal of Administration, Mrs. Ngozi Agha, extended a warm welcome to attendees, emphasizing the significance of this day in recognizing the dedicated educators. She underscored the pivotal role teachers play in molding lives, asserting that teaching is an act of nurturing discovery and that no generation can thrive without the guidance of teachers. Mrs. Agha also called on teachers to ponder critical questions regarding problem-solving in their communities, urging them to take pride in their noble profession.
During the event, Lieutenant Colonel Adekunle Oduyemi, the Commandant of the School, offered a heartfelt tribute to teachers. He acknowledged that educators are not just disseminators of knowledge but also mentors, guides, and friends to their students. Colonel Oduyemi commended teachers for instilling discipline, courage, and sound moral values in students, which he noted has a lasting impact on their lives. He encouraged teachers to continue illuminating the path of knowledge and to remain steadfast in their dedication to educational goals.
Furthermore, in her thought-provoking presentation on the topic “The Teachers We Need for the Education We Want: The Global Imperative to Reverse Teachers’ Shortage,” Mrs. Ijeoma Patience Onwuama, Exam Officer for the Senior School, referenced UNESCO’s data, which highlights the global necessity for an additional 24.4 million teachers in primary education and 44.4 million teachers in secondary education by 2030 to achieve universal basic education (UBE). Mrs. Onwuama urged teachers to align themselves with 21st-century teaching skills, emphasizing communication, collaboration, creativity, media literacy, technological literacy, information literacy, critical thinking, flexibility, leadership, initiative, productivity, and social skills as essential attributes.
She stressed the importance of teacher-student collaboration and the need for teachers to embrace professional and ethical ways of working with both colleagues and students. Mrs. Onwuama emphasized the importance of media and technological literacy, underscoring the role of information and communication technology (ICT) in modern education.
Deborah Adenikinju delivered a compelling lecture on “Teachers’ Mental Health Issues,” shedding light on the importance of educators maintaining sound mental health to effectively teach students. Col. Joseph Bamidele Ajanaku (Rtd) also spoke on “Teacher Emotional Intelligence: A Panacea for Student Management in School Environment.” He advocated for an educational system rooted in Nigerian values, emphasizing the need for teachers to adapt and become leaders, motivators, mentors, and nurturers of children.
Col. Ajanaku emphasized the necessity for teachers to prepare for the future, given the evolving educational landscape and the increasingly informed and educated students of today.
The event featured a special presentation by students, interactive sessions led by various moderators and discussants, as well as the presentation of gifts and souvenirs. This celebration not only honored teachers for their invaluable contributions but also served as a call to action to address the global teacher shortage and prepare educators for the challenges and opportunities of the future.
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EuroMatch NPFL Explodes Into Action: Rangers Begin Title Defence as Matchday One Promises Fireworks
The wait is over. The newly branded EuroMatch NPFL has entered the spotlight, and after Shooting Stars opened the 2026/27 campaign with a 2-1 victory over newly promoted Inter Lagos in Ibadan on Friday, attention now shifts to a packed Sunday programme that promises to set the tone for the new season.
The 2026/27 campaign is the first season of the EuroMatch NPFL, following the unveiling of EuroMatch as the league’s new title sponsor in Abuja on Wednesday. The three-year agreement is worth $7.5 million, with 60 per cent of the annual sponsorship proceeds earmarked for the 20 participating clubs.
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That commercial breakthrough has added another layer of excitement to a season already carrying huge expectations, with the champions set to receive a record ₦1 billion prize.
Now the football must do the talking.
Defending champions Rangers International will begin their title defence against Katsina United at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta, with kick-off scheduled for 4pm. The Flying Antelopes, champions of the 2025/26 campaign, have relocated their home fixtures to Abeokuta and will be determined to start their championship defence with three points. The fixture is also listed by the NPFL for live coverage on the official NPFL YouTube channel in partnership with Murphy Ben International.
For Rangers, the challenge is immediate: turn the excitement of being champions into the consistency required to defend the crown.
Katsina United, however, will have no interest in playing the role of supporting cast. A positive result against the champions on their opening day would immediately announce their own ambitions and provide one of the weekend’s biggest talking points.
Elsewhere, Bendel Insurance and Warri Wolves renew a South-South rivalry in Benin City. It is the type of opening-day encounter where intensity, physical battles and defensive discipline could dominate, with one moment of individual quality potentially deciding the contest.
In Ilorin, Kwara United welcome Kano Pillars in another intriguing fixture. Both sides possess experienced players capable of controlling the midfield, making the battle for possession and territory potentially decisive.
There is also considerable interest in Lagos, where Ikorodu City host newly promoted Ranchers Bees at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena. Ikorodu City have established themselves as one of the league’s most consistent sides, finishing fourth in each of the last two seasons, while Ranchers Bees arrive with the ambition and confidence that comes with promotion.
At the Pantami Stadium, another promoted side, Sporting Lagos, begin their campaign away to Doma United. Both clubs are returning to the top flight and will see the encounter as an opportunity to make an immediate statement.
Nine-time champions Enyimba also face an intriguing opening assignment away to Niger Tornadoes in Minna, while Rivers United host Plateau United in Port Harcourt.
Other fixtures will see Abia Warriors take on Kun Khalifat and Barau FC face Nasarawa United.
The full Sunday programme is:
Ikorodu City vs Ranchers Bees
Abia Warriors vs Kun Khalifat
Barau FC vs Nasarawa United
Bendel Insurance vs Warri Wolves
Rangers International vs Katsina United
Rivers United vs Plateau United
Kwara United vs Kano Pillars
Niger Tornadoes vs Enyimba
Doma United vs Sporting Lagos
All nine Sunday fixtures are scheduled for 4pm, according to the NPFL’s official fixture listing.
But beyond the individual fixtures, this opening weekend carries a much bigger message.
This is the first NPFL season under the EuroMatch title sponsorship, the first campaign following the league’s new digital streaming partnership with Murphy Ben International, and a season in which the NPFL is openly pursuing greater commercial value, wider visibility and stronger benefits for its clubs and players.
The league has effectively raised the stakes.
Now Rangers, Enyimba, Rivers United, Kano Pillars, Ikorodu City and the rest must respond on the pitch.
The EuroMatch NPFL has arrived.
The champions are defending. The challengers are coming. The promoted clubs want to make history.
And after Friday’s opening shock, Sunday could provide the first major statement of what promises to be one of the most closely watched NPFL seasons in years.
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