Sanwo-Olu links poverty, inequality, insecurity to lack of quality education

Commissions new classroom blocks at Epe, Ibeju-Lekki
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, yesterday, linked poverty, inequality, as well as insecurity, to lack of quality education.

He said it was on the premise that the state is committed to providing every child with access to a high-quality learning environment that inspires and empowers them to dream bigger and aim higher.

Sanwo-Olu, who spoke during the commissioning of another ultra-modern block of classrooms at Lekki Community Senior Secondary School, Ibeju-Lekki, and Idata-Ilagbo Community Secondary School, Idata Ibeju-Lekki, emphasised that his administration remains dedicated to ensuring students learn in facilities designed to foster excellence and innovation.

The newly commissioned facilities include fully furnished classrooms, state-of-the-art science laboratories, staff offices, conveniences, and a renovated administrative block, all designed to meet 21st-century educational standards.

The governor, who was represented by his Special Adviser on Energy and Mineral Resources, Abiola Olowu, highlighted the state’s investment in modern educational infrastructure.

“We believe that quality education begins with quality infrastructure, and that is why we will continue to empower the next generation,” Sanwo-Olu stated.

He, however, underscored the vital role of education in combating poverty, reducing inequality, and driving socio-economic progress.

According to him, education is the foundation upon which a thriving society is built, making it imperative for all stakeholders to prioritise learning infrastructure.

Also, at the commissioning of new facilities at Government Junior College, Ketu-Epe, Sanwo-Olu, represented by the state’s Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, said that the state had commissioned nine schools statewide as of the previous week, with more to come.

He reiterated the administration’s strategic focus on expanding educational institutions to equip students with the necessary skills to thrive in the world.

Sanwo-Olu reaffirmed that his administration would not relent in its efforts to enhance education infrastructure across the state.

He said: “Plans are in place to expand vocational training programmes and digital literacy initiatives to equip students with the skills needed in today’s digital world.”

He, therefore, urged all stakeholders, community leaders, and parents to take a keen interest in the development of schools, ensuring they continue to positively impact lives.