The Challenge of Teachers Motivation and Way Forward in Nigeria

The motivation of teachers has great significance in the educational system. When a teacher is motivated, it adds value and quality to the educational system, in particular, the teaching-learning outcomes and outputs. In this paper, the challenge of teachers' motivation in Nigeria is examined. While trying to achieve this, the meaning and importance of the motivation concept were stated. Also, the literature on factors influencing the motivation of employees was reviewed to serve as a thrust for the paper. The status of teachers motivation in Nigeria presently and strategies, such as the enforcement of the payment of Enhanced Teachers Salaries across the states of the federation, as well as allowances for those who work in difficult terrains, regular promotion of teachers, and full professionalization of teaching, among others, are further stated.