Benin, Edo – The Edo state governor, Godwin Obaseki on Monday reassured special needs students and pupils in the state, of his commitment to their welfare.

Governor Obaseki gave the reassurance while addressing teachers at the 'Edo Teachers for Tech Conference', held at the Sir Victor Uwaifo Creative hub, as part of events lined up to commemorate the 2024 Education Week.

Obaseki, who hailed teachers in the State for their commitment to service, enjoined the people to vote for candidate that will sustain his administration's reforms in the education sector.

According to him, Edo people should participate in the coming September 21 governorship election, adding, their decisions will determine whether or not the educational reforms will be sustained.

“One area I wish to spend more time on is special education. Once I finish as governor of Edo State, I will take interest in special needs education and before I leave office, I will make sure I get funding for Special needs schools in the State.”, He further reassured