Ikeja LG Chairman, Comrade Dauda Unveils Back-to-School Program To Support Pupils.
Emmanuel Clement
Ikeja Local Government Chairman, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD),has launched the Back-to-School Program 1.0,a groundbreaking initiative aimed at providing educational support to pupils across the community.
This program underscores AKOD’s commitment to investing in the academic growth of Ikeja’s children and promoting inclusive governance.
Investigator news reports that the program provides massive support for pupils, including school materials and resources to enhance their learning experience.
The landmark event commenced with a Welcome Address delivered by the Council Manager, who led all the management staff of Ikeja Local Government.
The Council Manager described the program as a bold, people-centered initiative reaffirming the commitment of the LG workforce to supporting Chairman AKOD’s transformative agenda.
In his welcome address, Comrade Dauda highlighted that education remains the foundation for building future leaders, reiterating his administration’s priority in investing in the academic growth of Ikeja’s children.
AKOD disclosed that special distribution committees were set up for each school to ensure transparency.
He said that each committee is headed by the councillor of the ward where the school is domiciled and includes representatives of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), the League of Imams, youth, and the Community Development Associations (CDAs).
Representing the Lagos State Education District at the event, Mrs. Ayo-Vaughan Adeola from Education District VI commended the Chairman for his thoughtfulness, kindness, and foresight.
She eulogised the program as a massive and impactful intervention that will go a long way in reducing the burden on parents while motivating pupils to strive harder in their academics.
In a heartwarming moment, pupils came forward to thank Hon AKOD for the laudable initiative. They prayed to God to keep him in good health, grant him more wisdom, and bless him in all ramifications.
Investigator news reports that the event witnessed the presence of all six councillors of Ikeja Local Government, led by the Leader of the Legislative Arm, Hon. Rasheed Adisa Ogunseye, who pledged legislative support for more people-oriented projects.
It will be recalled that the Back to School Program 1.0 stands as another bold testament to Chairman AKOD’s vision of empowering the younger generation, promoting inclusive governance, and laying a solid foundation for the future of Ikeja.
