Federal government, through the Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN) and the United Kingdom-funded Partnership for Learning for All in Nigeria, has unveiled the council’s portal to strengthen the Nigerian teaching workforce.
At the launch in Abuja, the minister of state for Education, Prof. Suwaiba Ahmad, said the portal’s launch will not only lead to the digitisation of records but also provide a credible database of Nigerian teachers.
She said, “Today, we are not merely unveiling a portal; we are opening a new chapter – a chapter where technology, innovation, and efficiency become the heartbeat of teacher professionalism in our country.
“In an increasingly digital world, where knowledge travels at the speed of light and where nations are competing through ideas, skills, and creativity, Nigeria cannot afford to remain behind.
“To build the future we dream of, we must embrace the tools of the 21st century. Through the creation of this portal, TRCN is not merely digitising records; it is redefining the narrative of the Nigerian teaching profession.
“With this innovation, we will now: ensure seamless registration and licensing of teachers nationwide; provide a transparent and credible database of qualified professionals; enable real-time access to professional development opportunities and strengthen accountability and restore dignity in the teaching profession.”
Also speaking at the event, senior education advisor to the British High Commission, Ian Attfield, stressed the need to ensure that teachers are adequately trained and motivated during their duties.
He said, “The UK government, through the FCDO PLANE programme, has been delighted to work with TRCN on the development of the portal, but also, I think more broadly, looking at their strategic vision and plan over the next few years.
There are many different types of teachers, including Suban teachers, teachers, communities, and volunteers in faith-based education, and many teachers who are underqualified to teach in various low-cost private schools.
“So, the diversity means that these systems need to be integrated, they need to be smart, but they also need to be motivated.”
