PORT HARCOURT, Rivers State — The Rivers State Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Education, hosted the fourth and final day of the 85th Joint Consultative Committee on Education (JCCE) Plenary Meeting on October 9, 2026.
The meeting was held under the theme, “Infrastructure Development and Teacher Motivation: Panacea for Improving Learning Outcomes.” It brought together education stakeholders and representatives from all 36 states of the federation and the Federal Capital Territory to deliberate on strategies for improving Nigeria’s education sector.
The final day featured presentations of progress reports by participating states, providing an opportunity for representatives to share achievements, challenges, and ongoing initiatives in their respective education sectors. Participants also deliberated on the meeting’s central theme and discussed the proposed focus for the next JCCE plenary.
The organisers commended the Rivers State Government for its warm hospitality and support throughout the meeting, acknowledging the state’s efforts in facilitating a successful gathering of education stakeholders from across the country.
Ad space
Delivering the governor’s message on his behalf, the Permanent Secretary of the Rivers State Ministry of Education, Her Excellency, Dr. Mrs. Mina Tele Ikuru, reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to education development and improved teachers’ welfare.
She conveyed the governor’s assurance that teachers’ welfare and the advancement of the education sector remain priorities for his administration. She further emphasised the government’s determination to promote better welfare for teachers and support initiatives that will enhance teaching and learning outcomes across the state.
The message highlighted the importance of sustained investment in educational infrastructure and teacher motivation as essential measures for building a stronger, more effective, and sustainable education system.
The 85th JCCE Plenary Meeting concluded with renewed calls for collaboration between federal and state governments, improved educational facilities, and policies that place teachers’ welfare at the centre of efforts to improve the quality of education in Nigeria.
Comments