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Undergraduate Updates2 min read2026-04-24

Oyo Governor Pledges Salary to Teachers' Pensions, Abolishes School Levies

Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has reaffirmed his commitment to dedicating his entire salary to the Teachers' Pension Fund. During his inauguration ceremony on Wednesday, May 29th, in Ibadan, he also declared the immediate abolit...

Azeez

Azeez

24 Apr 2026

Oyo Governor Pledges Salary to Teachers' Pensions, Abolishes School Levies
Key takeaways
  • Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has reaffirmed his commitment to dedicating his entire salary to the Teachers' Pension Fund.
  • During his inauguration ceremony on Wednesday, May 29th, in Ibadan, he also declared the immediate abolition of levies in secondary schools across the state.
  • Governor Makinde emphasized the importance of quality teachers for quality education, stating, "We will be a pacesetter state in education." He acknowledged the struggles faced by teachers and the current state of the pension scheme, reiterating his campaign promise to donate his full salary to the Teacher's Pension Fund.

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