UBEC BOSS VISITS NIGERIA’S OLDEST PRIMARY SCHOOL, PROMISES INCLUSIVE EDUCATION

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BY OWOLABI OLUWADARA

The Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission, Aisha Garba, has reiterated the Federal Government’s dedication to enhancing inclusive and equitable education throughout Nigeria, with a specific emphasis on riverine and historically significant communities.

This information was conveyed in a statement she released on Thursday through her official X account.

“As part of our ongoing initiative for inclusive and equitable education for every Nigerian child, I undertook an inspection tour across riverine communities in Lagos State, encompassing Ibeshe, Moba, Ojo, Olorunda, and Badagry LGAs,” her statement partially expressed.

During the tour, Garba evaluated essential education projects, including the Smart School initiative in the Olorunda Local Council Development Area. The Executive Secretary of the Universal Basic Education Commission, Aisha Garba, alongside the Chairpersons of Badagry, Olorunda, and Badagry West LCDAs, as well as senior UBEC management personnel, participated in the tour. Credit: Aisha Garba

“Key moments of the tour included an assessment of the Smart School project at Epeme Village, Olorunda LCDA, where I assured His Royal Majesty, Oba Kososko, the Kabiyesi of Iworo, and his constituents of our commitment to complete and deliver the facility soon, to serve as a model of innovation and quality education in the region,” she continued.

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She further remarked that she also visited Nigeria’s oldest primary school, established in the 19th century.

“We also made a historic visit to St. Thomas Primary School, Badagry (est. 1843), the first primary school in Nigeria, where I stressed the importance of preserving and restoring its heritage for future generations,” she added.

The UBEC executive also noted that she was accompanied by key officials during the tour.

She remarked, “I was joined by the Deputy Executive Secretary (Technical), the Chairpersons of Badagry, Olorunda, and Badagry West LCDAs, along with senior UBEC management staff.

“Their presence emphasized the collaborative effort between UBEC, local governments, and traditional institutions in promoting access to quality basic education in riverine and historically significant communities, and I am profoundly appreciative of their participation. ”

She concluded with a message of unity and advancement, stating, “Together, we are constructing a more robust foundation for Nigeria’s future. ”