Benue SUBEB Boss Credits Gov. Alia's Education Reforms as State's Literacy Model Gains Recognition at UK Parliament
...Grace Adagba says Governor Hyacinth Alia's investment in teacher development and evidence-based literacy instruction has positioned Benue as Nigeria's leading state in foundational reading, attracting global recognition at the UK Parliament. By Genesis ogiri ABUJA — Chairman of the Benue State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Dr. Grace Adagba, has credited the education reforms of Governor Rev. Fr. Dr. Hyacinth Iormem Alia for the remarkable transformation of foundational literacy in Benue State, saying the administration's commitment to quality basic education has elevated the state to international prominence. Adagba made the remarks while addressing an international parliamentary forum at the House of Lords, UK Parliament, and Stationers' Hall in London, where she represented Benue State as the featured speaker during activities marking the 20th anniversary of the globally acclaimed Jolly Phonics Programme. Speaking before an audience of ...