The government has unveiled plans to recruit at least 7,000 teachers nationwide, aiming to tackle staffing shortages in schools and expand access to quality education—especially in underserved communities.
The Minister for Education, Haruna Iddrisu, announced the initiative during a media briefing on Wednesday, April 1, noting that the exercise has secured financial clearance.
He revealed that applications will open on April 10, 2026, when the recruitment portal becomes accessible to qualified applicants from recent graduating cohorts
“I am happy to note and announce that the Ministry of Education has received clearance and approval from the Ministry of Finance for the recruitment of teachers across the country. We will be recruiting at least 7,000 teachers. We want the process to be open, transparent, and competitive.
“Therefore, graduates from the 2023, 2024, and 2025 cohorts may apply for placement as teachers across the country. Priority will be given to those who are ready and willing to serve in those deprived and safe areas.”
The planned recruitment is expected to ease pressure on the education system by filling critical vacancies, particularly in rural and hard-to-reach areas where teacher shortages have long persisted.
Authorities emphasised that the process will be conducted transparently and competitively to ensure fairness and enhance the overall quality of teaching delivery nationwide.
