After the termination of five educators who advocated for the implementation of the N30,000 national minimum wage in primary schools to Governor Peter Mbah, the Enugu State Universal Basic Education Board (ENSUBEB) is now compelling them to write apology letters acknowledging their alleged misconduct.
ENSUBEB Chairman, Dr. Gabriel Ajah, defended the dismissal of the teachers, stating that it was in line with due process and adherence to the board’s disciplinary procedures.
In an interview with journalists, Ajah emphasized the board’s commitment to maintaining discipline and enforcing a code of conduct to enhance the quality of education in the state.
He refuted claims that the dismissals were linked to the minimum wage agitation, asserting that the actions were based on misconduct, truancy, and insubordination, among other violations of the Public Service Rules.
Ajah revealed that the affected teachers, including Mrs. Ujunwa Onyia, were among several others queried for various infractions during the board’s meeting.
Despite calls for their reinstatement, the board has mandated the dismissed teachers to submit written apologies, acknowledging their breach of communication channels and expressing regret for any offense caused.
Displaying the apology letters, Ajah highlighted Mrs. Onyia and her colleagues’ acknowledgment of their disrespectful behavior and their commitment to regain trust and improve their conduct within the school community.
