The executive chairman of the Enugu State Universal Basic Education Board, Hyginus Okibe, says the Smart Green Schools will begin full academic activities on September 22.

Mr Okibe made this known during a meeting with the management and staff of the Board on Tuesday in Enugu.

He explained that, as pioneers of the transition to digital teaching and learning, staff must ensure that the government’s programme and action plans are effectively implemented to deliver meaningful results.

He added that the management and staff of the board would soon begin routine monitoring and supervision of the Smart Schools across the state.

The ENSUBEB chairman urged staff to develop their ICT and digital competencies to remain effective and adaptable in the face of evolving educational demands.

Commending the staff for their invaluable support and unwavering commitment to implementing government initiatives, Mr Okibe noted that ENSUBEB had consistently maintained a strong performance in basic education across the federation.

He reminded them that, as key stakeholders in the sector, they must go the extra mile and carry out their duties with dedication, passion, and selflessness to achieve the board’s objectives.

“Above all, change your mindset to the positive side since it will no longer be business as usual. This period calls for personal sacrifice, hard work, perseverance, and fidelity. 

“As one family, we should work as a team, think positively, avoid nagging, and eschew all factors that could bring the Board and basic education down in the state,” he said

He reiterated that Governor Peter Mbah’s administration would continue to ensure transparency and accountability in the management of the board by ensuring that everybody was carried along in the scheme of things.

The chairman also announced that new departments and units would be created on the board and given titles as required by UBEC to broaden operational zones and benefits accruing to them.

He assured that no staff member would be neglected or deprived of their entitlement, provided they were sincere and hardworking.

According to him, their welfare and interests will remain a top priority in his administration.

“This meeting will be more regular, to meet one-on-one with a view to sharing thoughts on some issues and dialogue in line with some of the changes the board considered necessary to help reposition basic education in the state,” he said.

(NAN)