Five volunteers from the Nigerian Technical Aid Corps (NTAC) are set to join the Ministry of Education as the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis moves to strengthen instruction in mathematics, pure science, and related subject areas.
The volunteers were officially welcomed on Monday during a ceremony at the Joseph N. France General Hospital by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Education, the Honourable Dr. Geoffrey Hanley. The five educators are part of a larger NTAC cohort, which also includes 12 professionals who will primarily serve in the health sector over the next two years.
“This initiative reflects the enduring friendship and cooperation between our two nations, and it underscores the shared commitment of advancing education and health for the benefit of our people,” Dr. Hanley said, as he welcomed the Nigerian professionals as “brothers and sisters.”
Dr. Hanley also disclosed that discussions are ongoing with Nigeria’s Ministry of Education to expand cooperation in other areas.
“I also say to you that I’m also in discussion with your Ministry of Education for further support in the areas of autism, disabilities, and possible scholarships,” he added.
The deputy prime minister expressed appreciation for the leadership of Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew, as well as the support of Senior Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Right Honourable Dr. Denzil Douglas, in facilitating the partnership between Saint Kitts and Nevis and Nigeria.
Both the prime minister and senior minister attended the ceremony and joined in welcoming the Nigerian professionals to the federation.
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