TESCOM commends Ogun teachers for embracing digital innovation to boost productivity

By Popoola Jamiu, Abeokuta

The Ogun State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) has commended teachers in the state for adopting digital technologies to enhance productivity, efficiency and overall professional performance in the education sector.

The Chairman of the Commission, Apostle ‘Biodun Sanyaolu, gave the commendation in Abeokuta during the presentation of awards to outstanding teachers who emerged winners in the OgunLEARN competition organised by the State Ministry of Education, Science and Technology.

Sanyaolu described the enthusiasm and participation of teachers in the competition as a reflection of their dedication, hard work and commitment to educational advancement. He noted that many educators in the state had demonstrated readiness to serve as role models and ambassadors of innovation within the teaching profession.

According to him, the competition provided a platform for teachers to showcase their digital skills, creativity, adaptability and commitment to excellence, adding that their performance showed that Ogun teachers can compete favourably in the use of modern educational technologies.

“I congratulate and applaud our teachers who have distinguished themselves and embraced the state’s emerging digital innovations in the quest to deliver quality learning experiences to our learners,” he said.

The TESCOM chairman also praised the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology for introducing the OgunLEARN initiative, describing it as an AI-powered platform that represents significant progress in the state’s education sector.

He said the initiative aligns with the vision of Governor Dapo Abiodun’s administration to improve teaching and learning outcomes through the effective use of technology.

Sanyaolu explained that teachers now have access to modern digital tools designed to simplify lesson preparation, improve classroom delivery, enhance assessment processes and ultimately boost students’ academic performance.

He assured stakeholders that TESCOM would continue to support programmes and policies aimed at strengthening teachers’ capacity, promoting technological adoption and improving service delivery across schools in the state.

The chairman also encouraged teachers who are yet to fully embrace the platform to take advantage of it for professional growth and improved efficiency.

Dignitaries at the event included the Commissioner for Education, Science and Technology, Prof. Abayomi Arigbabu; Permanent Secretaries in the Ministry and TESCOM, Mrs. Olúwatosin Oloko and Mr. Akintomiwa Osibodu, as well as other senior education officials.