L-R: Former Executive Chairman of Ejigbo (LCDA), Hon. Kehinde Bamigbetan; Executive Chairman of Ejigbo (LCDA), Hon. Monsurudeen Bello; Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat; Ojon of Ejigbo, Oba Moruf Ojoola and other Royal Fathers
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By Oluwatope Lawanson
Lagos, June 11, 2024 (NAN) Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to investing in the future of all children.
He emphasised the state’s resolve to provide essential educational infrastructure that would shape the destiny of Nigeria’s future leaders.
Hamzat spoke at the inauguration of Akinsanya Ajaloleru Nursery and Primary School, on Tuesday, at Oke Afa, Ejigbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA).
The deputy governor said the inauguration was part of fulfilling the THEMES PLUS agenda of the state government.
According to him, this a move that underscores Gov. Sanwo-Olu administration’s unwavering dedication to nurturing the next generation of leaders.
He said that the facility was built due to the demand of the people of Ilamoshe community of Ejigbo for a public primary school in the community.
Hamzat said that the newly inaugurated government-run school would provide a safe learning environment for children.
“The new school will ease the stress of long-distance trekking for children in the ward, who previously had no nearby public primary school, making access to education more convenient and stress-free.
“Also, they will be shielded from the risks of traffic accidents that come with crossing the road, thereby ensuring their well-being and safety.
“I, therefore, urge you all to take ownership of the newly constructed edifice and ensure that it is kept safe for the children,” he said.
The deputy governor commended the LCDA chairman, Mr Monsurudeen Bello, for being innovative.
He charged him not to relent, as Ejigbo community would forever be grateful for his initiative.
In his remarks, the Lagos State House of Assembly member, representing Oshodi/Isolo Constituency II, Mr Oladipo Ajomale, urged the LCDA chairman to implement more projects, including inner roads construction.
According to him, people always say that local government chairmen do not perform or work but the chairman has been able to deliver such a good edifice.
He said it was more beautiful than the private institutions within the local council area.
Ajomale, therefore, tasked Bello on initiatives that would enhance the living standards of the people of Ejigbo LCDA.
Earlier in his welcome address, the LCDA chairman explained that the school aimed at revolutionising the education landscape in the community.
He said it was doing so by providing an alternative to the costly private schools.
According to him, the school will alleviate the financial burden on residents and make quality education more accessible.
He said that, with calibre of teachers deployed by the State Universal Basic Education Board, the school had enrolled over 350 students in the first three months of operation.
Bello noted that the school’s strategic position was expected to enhance socio-economic activity within the surrounding community. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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Edited by Oluwole Sogunle
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