Kwara State Governor, AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq, has approved a 27.5 per cent Teachers’ Specific Allowance (TSA) for teachers across the state, just hours after presenting the 2026 budget to the State House of Assembly.
The approval which was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Rafiu Ajakaye, gives immediate policy backing to the governor’s pledge during the budget presentation, with full implementation scheduled to commence in January 2026.
The allowance will benefit Teachers Registration Council of Nigeria (TRCN)-certified teachers under the Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM) and the State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB) who are placed on the CONKWESS I salary structure.
Teachers who are yet to obtain TRCN certification will also benefit from the policy, but at a reduced rate of 21 per cent, according to the breakdown of the approved allowance.
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Governor AbdulRazaq reiterated the vital role teachers play in strengthening the education sector and driving human capital development, describing them as indispensable partners in nation building.
He commended teachers in the state for their dedication, professionalism, and commitment to shaping future generations, assuring them that his administration remains focused on improving their welfare.
