Let There Be Teachers Conference in Nigeria aims to gather 60,000 teachers in Lagos, spotlighting education reforms and teacher empowerment nationwide

Let There Be Teachers Conference Nigeria is set to become the largest gathering of educators in the country’s history, with 60,000 teachers expected to converge at Tafawa Balewa Square, Lagos, on 20 September 2025.

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Organised by education stakeholders and leaders from across the public and private sectors, the conference is designed to celebrate, empower, and mobilise teachers to confront the nation’s deep-rooted education challenges.

According to Mr Luyi Armstrong, General Secretary of the National Association of Proprietors of Private Schools (NAPPS), a strategic planning session was recently held, bringing together key representatives from the Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) and other education bodies to fine-tune logistics for what may become a Guinness World Record-breaking event.

“This is a landmark moment. For the first time in our nation’s history, teachers will gather in such large numbers to reflect on their professional journey and shape the future of education,” Armstrong said.

The Let There Be Teachers Conference comes at a crucial time, as Nigeria’s education system continues to struggle with issues such as underfunding, overcrowded classrooms, low teacher morale, poor infrastructure, and limited access to training.

Conference convener and education advocate, Oluwaseyi Anifowose, stressed the urgency of collaboration and reform:

“The growth of our schools is directly tied to the growth of our teachers. Empowering educators is key to securing the future of Nigerian education.”

Co-founder of 1 Million Teachers (1MT), Dr Hakeem Subair, echoed this sentiment, noting that society often overlooks the pivotal role teachers play in nation-building:

“It is time we paid closer attention to teachers. They shape minds, communities, and national harmony.”

The planning session also featured input from top education thinkers, including Ronke Posh Adeniyi, Rizma Butt, Rotimi Eyitayo, Rhoda Odigboh, and Prof. Akin Akinpelu, who offered insights into school leadership, innovation, and education sustainability.

The conference aims to address learning poverty, push for technology-driven teaching, and strengthen teacher training programmes.

It will also seek to create lasting partnerships across sectors and regions, ensuring that Nigerian children benefit from improved learning outcomes.