President Bola Tinubu Thursday inaugurated regenerated 36 schools including 19 football pitches in Ajegunle, Lagos.
They were constructed by the state governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s administration.The commissioning of the Tolu Schools Complex represents the largest school in sub- Sahara Africa at a single location, according to the state government.
Also, the president who was represented by the Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, unveiled Abijo Food Hub, Ajah, Ibeju-Lekki Expressway virtually.
The second day commissioning came after the inauguration of three projects on Wednesday: Ojota-Opebi Link Bridge, Lagos State electronic Geographical Information System (eGIS) Building and Lagos State Multi-Agency Building.
Present at Thursday’s event included, deputy governor of Sokoto state, Muhammad Gobir, deputy governor of Plateau, Josephine Piyo, the Minister of Education, Dr Tunji Alausa, Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Jumoke Oduwole among others.
Tinubu said: “The remarkable scale and significance of the Tolu school complex comprising tens of thousands of students within a single environment is truly exceptional.
“The successful regeneration of such a large and complex educational system is highly commendable. This reflects vision, planning, and a very clear commitment to improving the lives of our young citizens.”
While commending the Governor, Tinubu noted that delivering a project of such magnitude demonstrated what is possible ‘when leadership is bold and focused.’
“We must continue to invest in education, not just as a social service, but as a driver of economic growth and national development. We equip our children with knowledge and skills.
“We prepare them to contribute meaningfully to society and to compete in a changing world like ours is,” the president added.
He stated that through his administration’s Renewed Hope Agenda, he is committed to ensuring that every child has access to quality learning, that our schools equip students with practical skills and that our young people are prepared to compete and thrive in a modern economy.
