The Osun State Government has released its three-year education scorecard, outlining major reforms in school infrastructure, teachers’ welfare, and tertiary education development, which officials say have significantly improved student performance in national examinations.
According to the administration, it inherited an education sector “in a deep state of neglect” with poor national examination ratings. To address this, the government prioritised two core areas, teachers’ welfare and school infrastructure. A total of 120 public schools were rehabilitated across the state, with a similar number currently undergoing upgrades aimed at improving pupils’ learning environments.
At Osun State University, the completion of a 52-unit complex has expanded lecture and administrative space, enhancing the institution’s capacity to serve its growing student population. The government also completed five previously abandoned projects at the university.
At the University of Ilesa, the administration provided the take-off grant and secured accreditation for more than 100 courses. Construction of key campus infrastructure is ongoing. The first-ever student hostel has been completed, easing accommodation pressure, while the regularisation of temporary staff into permanent positions has improved morale and stability within the institution.
The government emphasised its investment in teachers’ development, including training programmes focused on modern instructional techniques. Teachers’ welfare, described as a top priority, has been strengthened through regular payment of entitlements, a move acknowledged by the Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT).
Officials said the combined reforms contributed to Osun’s rise from 33rd to 7th position in national WAEC and NECO examination rankings. The government also introduced the Government, Alumni Partnership Board to promote stronger public-private collaboration in school development.
Beyond infrastructure and welfare, the administration restored bursaries for tertiary students after years of suspension. It also reinstated bursary payments to Osun indigenes enrolled at the Nigerian Law School.
The government noted that Osun students have also gained international recognition, with some representing Nigeria at the World Debate Day in Malaysia.
Despite ongoing financial constraints, the administration stated that plans are underway to issue appointment letters to new teachers to address staffing gaps in public schools.
The government said the results recorded so far demonstrate its commitment to rebuilding the education sector and improving learning outcomes across the state.
