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by LASUBEB Publicity unit | December 24th 2020

The Executive Chairman of LASUBEB, Hon. Wahab Alawiye-King, has, on Tuesday 22nd December 2020, commissioned a block of 6 classrooms with toilets, a staff room, a head teacher’s office with its private toilet, and some school utility items at Abejoye Community Primary School, Ibeju-Lekki.

Erstwhile, the building was situated inside the Dangote Fertiliser premises. Now, it has been rebuilt within the Abejoye community by the Dangote Oil Refinery Company.

Speaking at the occasion, the Executive Chairman, Hon. Wahab Alawiye-King, represented by Arc. Mrs. Ebaide Omokore, Director of Projects Department, LASUBEB, explained that the State Government is committed to delivering all-inclusive, quality Basic Education in a conducive environment for learning aided by technology.

He applauded the Dangote Company for providing the facilities in other to promote positive learning outcomes. He mentioned that the Board is also carrying out infrastructural upgrades and renovations in many parts of the State, especially in hard-to-reach communities.

Alawiye-King further said that the Board is partnering with relevant stakeholders in digitalising public primary school education through the Governor Babajide Olushola Sanwo-Olu's Ekoexcel initiative.

He charged the managers of the school and leaders of Abejoye Community to take ownership of the school and ensure proper maintenance of the facilities for the benefit of the pupils. Mr Devakumar Edwin, Group Executive Director Dangote Groups expressed that the company is in support of the resolute effort of the Lagos State Government to continually improve education in the state.

He said that education is the passport to a bright future, adding that an investment in knowledge pays the best interest.

"With the continuous support of the people and the Lagos State Government, we shall not relent in our efforts to be socially accountable while we positively impact our host communities," he noted.

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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