Bauchi Sacked Education Workers Demand Reinstatement, Seek Fair Review

Bauchi Sacked Education Workers Demand Reinstatement, Seek Fair Review

By Ahmad Muhammad,  Bauchi

A group of disengaged workers from the Bauchi State Ministry of Education has appealed to the state government to reverse its decision and restore them to their positions.

The affected personnel, who served as Fingerprint Terminal Operators responsible for tracking teachers’ attendance in public schools, also called on the authorities to give them priority in the ongoing recruitment exercise.

In a statement issued on Monday, the Chairman of the Association of Bauchi Fingerprint Terminal Operators, Musa Alfa, said the workers had dedicated more than seven years to supporting the education system in the state.

According to him, their role was critical in strengthening discipline among teachers and ensuring punctuality, which in turn contributed to improved teaching and learning outcomes in public schools.

Alfa expressed disappointment over the manner of their disengagement, noting that it was carried out without prior notice or an opportunity for the workers to defend themselves.

“Our removal from service came as a shock and has placed more than 2,000 families under serious economic strain, as many of us depend solely on this job for survival,” he said.

He stressed that the affected workers possess the experience and relevant qualifications needed to continue contributing meaningfully to the education sector.

“We urge the government to reconsider its decision, reinstate us, or integrate us into the civil service,” Alfa added.

The group maintained that it remains committed to lawful and peaceful engagement, expressing optimism that the government would address their concerns with fairness and empathy.