J-Teach Staff Protest: Gov. Namadi Assures Job Security, Emphasizes Aptitude Test
From Mika’il Tsoho, Dutse
In response to protests by 4,500 temporary teachers known as “J-Teach” against a planned aptitude test, Governor Umar Namadi reassured them that no one will be disenfranchised from potential employment. However, he remained firm on the need for the test.
Addressing journalists, Governor Namadi emphasized the phased nature of the J-Teach recruitment process, aiming to absorb 3,000 teachers in the initial phase. He explained that the aptitude test was crucial to ensure a fair and transparent selection process.
“Instead of a random selection, we organized this test to select the 3,000 most qualified candidates,” he clarified. “Those who don’t make the cut will continue working as J-Teach until the next recruitment round.”
He stressed the importance of the test, stating, “This is necessary to ensure we recruit only qualified teachers. For those who don’t pass, we have other plans in place, including vocational training and empowerment programs.”
The governor further announced that the new date for the aptitude test will be communicated soon. He assured everyone that the recruitment process will remain transparent and internal to the J-Teach program, with no external candidates considered.
