Education Remains Driver Of Lagos 2050 Economic Agenda, Says Sanwo-Olu

Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, restated on Wednesday his administration’s commitment to the advancement of the education sector in the state, saying it is the driver of the state’s 2050 economic agenda.

Governor Sanwo-Olu stated this during the commissioning of Keme Balogun Senior and Junior Colleges at Ibeshe, Ikorodu area of the state to herald the commissioning of other schools across the state.

The newly constructed and rehabilitated schools include, Awori Junior College, Ojo; Euba Junior High School, Mushin; Ipara Junior College, Majiyagbe; Mainland Junior Secondary School, Fadeyi; St. Luke Junior Secondary School, Bariga; State Junior High School, Ibereko, Badagry, and Thogli Community Grammar School, also in Badagry.

The Governor who had earlier conducted a drive through inspection of the Ultra-Modern Block of Classrooms at Ajegunle Junior High School in Kosofe Local Government Area said, ‘’ Education is the cornerstone of our themes plus agenda, is the engine that drives economic growth, reduces inequality and empowers individuals to break the circle of poverty. Investing in this school, we are investing in the socio economic fibre of the various communities.

“These newly renovated and constructed facilities will serve as a catalyst for change, providing our children with the tools they need to compete in an increasingly globalized world. The construction of a block of 18-classrooms, the renovation of existing structures, and the addition of modern facilities like the food canteen, Intro-tech block, and sports fields will create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and physically. But the benefits do not stop there.”

He added, “These projects already created jobs during its construction phase, providing livelihoods for local workers and stimulating the local economy. Moving forward, the improved infrastructure will enhance the quality of education, and increase enrollment rates. This, in turn, will lead to a more educated and skilled workforce, capable of driving innovation and economic development in our state.’’

The Chairman of the Special Committee on Repair of Public Schools, SCRPS, Hakeem Smith, while giving an overview of the construction of the school, said the deplorable condition of the school was brought to the attention of the governor, who immediately ordered repair work to be carried out.

“The school got attention when the governor heard about its poor state. It has two bungalows that were in bad condition. When we started work, one of the bungalows was destroyed and a soil test was conducted to determine the type of foundation,” he said.