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LASUBEB CHAIR TELLS CHRISTIAN PUPILS, TEACHERS TO BE GRATEFUL TO GOD AS BOARD HOLDS Y2020 CHRISTMAS CAROL

by LASUBEB Publicity unit | December 17th 2020

The Executive Chairman of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board, Hon. Wahab Alawiye–King has urged Christian pupils and teachers to be thankful to God as they celebrate Christmas.

He said this at the Board's annual Christmas Carol for Public Primary School Pupils held at LASUBEB Hall, Maryland, Ikeja on Tuesday, 16th December 2020. Alawiye-King noted that Christmas is used to commemorate the birth of Jesus Christ and the Christmas carol is one important activity that signals the Yuletide. According to him, the theme of the year “My Redeemer Liveth’’ hopes to remind every Christian to be thankful to God who has kept them safe during the turbulent period of the COVID-19 pandemic and alive up till the twelfth month. While also praying for the speedy recovery of Governor Babajide Sanwo–Olu, one of the Nigerian leaders who have been foremost in the hard fight against the COVID-19 pandemic, the LASUBEB Boss told the children to keep to God’s words at all times. He reminded them that Christmas is not just a period to merry with loved ones, but also a period to spend time with the less-privileged and reflect on life as the year flips.

Also speaking at the event, the Secretary of the Board, Mr. Hakeem Lamidi encouraged the pupils to imbibe the teachings of Jesus Christ and strive to emulate his qualities of love, determination, selflessness and fairness.

Pupils, then, took part in different activities including choreography, Bible quiz, drama, and carol presentations as they thrilled the audience.

To enhance teaching quality and equip educators with globally competitive skills, the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), in collaboration with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), has launched the Y2023/2024 UBEC Teachers’ Professional Development Programme. Funded by UBEC, the training has commenced across 36 designated centers in Lagos State. It is designed to strengthen teachers' pedagogical skills and improve classroom delivery. The capacity building includes school-based training modules such as Strengthening Mathematics and Science Education (SMASE), Special Teacher Enhancement Programme (STEP), and Early Grade Reading, among others. Speaking at the launch, the Chairman of LASUBEB, Dr. Hakeem Shittu, emphasized the importance of continuous professional development for teachers, stating that quality education begins with well-trained educators. He reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to investing in capacity-building initiatives to enhance learning outcomes in public schools. Dr. Shittu further noted that the Lagos State Government, under the leadership of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, remains dedicated to raising the standard of basic education through strategic partnerships and investments in teacher training. He expressed confidence that the professional development programme will empower educators with modern teaching techniques;thereby ensuring they can effectively engage pupils and improve academic performance across the state. Permanent Board Member LASUBEB , Dr. Saheed Ibikunle, highlighted that the initiative aims to provide teachers with the necessary support, skills and resources to effectively deliver quality education. Speaking on the impact of the programme, the State Coordinator of UBEC, Mr. Joshua Arema, noted that the Teachers’ Professional Development Programme will run in phases; ensuring that educators across Lagos State benefit from continuous training and support. He reiterated that the initiative aligns with UBEC’s mission to enhance the quality of basic education through teachers' upskilling and ultimately contributing to the overall transformation of the education sector. Comrade Hassan Akintoye, Chairman Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT) at the gathering expressed his gratitude for the initiative, noting that the new teaching strategies and methodologies will significantly improve teachers classroom engagement and overall learning outcomes.

As part of efforts to ensure effective school management and continuous monitoring of teaching and learning activities in Lagos State Public Primary Schools, the Executive Chairman of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), Dr. Hakeem Babatunde Shittu with the Board Secretary, Mr. Hakeem Lamidi led an inspection visit to Langbasa Nursery and Primary School in the Eti-Osa Local Government Education Authority (LGEA) today. During the visit, Dr. Shittu assessed the school’s infrastructure, interacted with staff and pupils, and evaluated the overall learning environment. He commended the Head Teacher, Mrs. Adelaju Bilikis, for maintaining a conducive and well-organized facility, highlighting LASUBEB’s commitment to upholding high standards in public primary education across the state. https://lasubeb.fra1.cdn.digitaloceanspaces.com/News/Hakeem_SUBEB/LANGBASA_LASUBEB_1.jpg As part of his visit, the LASUBEB Chairman also inspected the proposed site for Langbasa Secondary School, an initiative spearheaded by the State Government and the community to address the need for improved access to quality secondary education within the area. Dr. Shittu stated LASUBEB’s commitment to enhancing the quality of basic education in Lagos State;emphasizing the Board’s continuous efforts to improve teaching standards, infrastructure, and learning outcomes across public schools.

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