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The Delta State Commissioner for Primary Education, Mrs Rose Ezewu, has described teachers in rural areas as ambassadors of hope, molders of character and custodian of the future, commending them for their role in the education sector.
Mrs Ezewu made the commendation during the 2026 continuous teachers’ development training for Teachers in Rural and hard to reach Primary Schools on Multi-grade Teaching Methodology in the State, which took place at the Model Technical College, Asaba, the State Capital.
The Commissioner who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Patricia Iniovosa-Okakwu, noted that the adoption of Mult-igrade Teaching Methodology was a clear demonstration of the Ministry’s determination not to leave any child behind regardless of geographical location of circumstances.
“This programme is both timely and commendable, as it reflects our collective commitment to strengthening the quality of primary education, especially in communities where access to educational resources and professional support remains a challenge.
The training of teachers who serve in rural and hard-to-reach areas is not merely an administrative exercise; it is a noble investment in the future of our children, the stability of our communities, and progress of our dear State.”
Mrs Ezewu stressed that “teachers remain the bedrock of every meaningful educational transformation. Their dedication, resilience, and unwavering services often under difficult and demanding circumstances-deserve our highest commendation and continued support. It is therefore, imperative that we equip them with modern, practical, and context-responsive strategies such as multigrade teaching methodology, which has become increasingly relevant in ensuring inclusive, effective, and equitable learning outcomes in underserved environments.”
On her part, the Director of Schools, Mrs Winifred ighobvota, described the training as both timely and necessary as Delta continues to strengthen the quality of education across the State.
“We are all aware that many of our rural and hard-to-reach schools operate under challenging conditions, including limited teaching personnel and multi-grade classrooms. It is therefore essential that our teachers are equipped with the right skills and strategies to effectively manage these realities. Multigrade teaching is not a limitation, but an opportunity. When properly applied, it promotes inclusive learning, encourages collaboration among pupils, and ensures that every child receives quality education, regardless of their location.”
Mrs I ghobvota commended the Ministry of education for organizing the training while urging participants to put to good use the skills the training would expose them to.
The training for Teachers in Rural and Hard to Reach Primary School on Multi-grade Teaching Methodology is expected to continue in Warri on Thursday April 16th, 2026.
Highlight of the training was the presentation of the training materials to the commissioner for primary education ably represented by the ministry’s Permanent secretary which was followed with group Photographs.
