Jigawa Women Affairs Commissioner calls for more female teachers training, as YCSCD trains 100

By Emmanuel Daudu

The Commissioner of Women Affairs, Jigawa State, Hajiya Hadiza Abdulwahad has called for more training of female teachers in the state pointing out that it is the only way where gender equality would be achieved in the teaching sector.

The Commissioner made the call in a ground opening ceremony of the training of 100 teachers on ICT and Basic Research Techniques in Dutse, Jigawa State on Tuesday.

The intensive training scheduled from 26-30th of September, 2023 was organized by the Youth & Civil Society Coalition for Development under the Presidency of Comr. Aminu Aminu.

Speaking further, the commissioner, Hajiya Hadiza Abdulwahad stated that the training is in line with the agenda of the Executive governor of Jigawa State, H.E Umar Namadi which is aimed at training at least 500 teachers across the state annually.
“Helping teachers to meet up to the global standard through trainings and restraining is a very good development. This would help the state to breed students of modern knowledge which would transit to generations to come.

“I urge stakeholders to continue the collaboration in staging this program periodically and I am pledging my support to this project and as a matter of fact, the female gender should be a more priority during selections for the training subsequently.

Also speaking at the event, the Chairman of the occasion, Hon. Ado Yakubu Zandam, who is the Chairman House Committee on Education, Jigawa State House of Assembly while giving his goodwill message charged the participants to take the training seriously pointing out that the essence of the training is to make them improve in their places of primary assignment.

Earlier, declaring the event open, the President of the Youth & Civil Society Coalition for Development, YCSCD, Comr. Aminu Aminu speaking on the significance of training teachers, has this to say, “Training teachers is a critical aspect of education because it helps to improve the quality of education and the overall teaching experience for students. Here are several reasons why training teachers is important:

“Improves teaching skills and knowledge: Teacher training programs equip teachers with the necessary skills and knowledge to deliver effective instruction, manage their classrooms, and assess student learning.

“Enhances student learning: Well-trained teachers have the ability to create a positive and engaging learning environment, which can lead to an increase in student learning outcomes.

“Keeps teachers up-to-date with new teaching methodologies and technologies: Teachers should continuously improve their skills and knowledge of new teaching methodologies and technologies, and training programs provide an effective means to do so.

“Helps teachers manage diverse classrooms: Effective teacher training can equip teachers with strategies to manage a diverse range of learners in their classroom, including those with special needs, various cultural backgrounds, and different learning styles.

“Fosters professional development: Teacher training can encourage ongoing professional development, leading to improved teacher retention rates and job satisfaction.

“In conclusion, teacher training is a fundamental aspect of education that can lead to better teaching, improved student outcomes, and a more satisfying teaching experience for both students and teachers”, Aminu added.