Int'l Classroom Exchange: Lagos School Hosts Teachers From US

Yomi Durojaye 

On September 25, 2024, Ifesowapo-Aboru Senior Secondary School in Lagos witnessed a landmark event during the International Classroom Exchange Program. The event was graced by key sponsors of the LSI Limitless Educator Program, represented by Mrs. Asmau Smaila, Associate Director of Sustainability & Corporate Communications at IHS Towers. In her remarks, Mrs. Smaila expressed her deep appreciation for the impact the program has made on the students and the entire school community. She was particularly impressed with the various space-related talents showcased by the students, noting how this initiative has cultivated future leaders in space science.

Int'l Classroom Exchange: Lagos School Hosts Teachers From US 

The special assembly, held in honor of the visiting teachers from the United States and Nigeria’s Limitless Educators, also featured a moving speech from Mrs. Kaci Heins, Executive Director of the Limitless Space Institute. Overwhelmed with emotion, Mrs. Heins expressed her joy and pride in seeing how effectively the school has implemented the training and resources provided. She commended the school management and Mr. Soji Megbowon, the school’s ambassador for the Limitless Space Educators Program, for going above and beyond to inspire students and foster a thriving community of space enthusiasts in this rural setting. The passion and commitment demonstrated by both students and staff left an indelible impression on the visiting educators.

In his welcome address, the school’s principal, Mr. Giwa Adetoro, extended his heartfelt thanks to the Limitless Space Institute for their invaluable contributions to experimental learning engagements in the school. He also expressed deep gratitude to IHS Towers for instituting the Limitless Global Educator Program, acknowledging the profound impact it has had on the school’s educational journey. Mr. Adetoro highlighted how the program has empowered students to dream beyond boundaries, sparking creativity and curiosity in the field of space science.

The daylong classroom exchange saw distinguished guests, including high-profile stakeholders and directors from Education District 1. The Tutor General/Permanent Secretary, represented by Mrs. Ojo Maria, Director of School Administration, and Mrs. Oyegbile, Director of Co-Curricular, Science and Technology, attended the event. In a goodwill message delivered by Mrs. Oyegbile, the Tutor General/Permanent Secretary expressed his appreciation to the Limitless Space Institute and IHS Towers for selecting Ifesowapo-Aboru Senior Secondary School to participate in this prestigious cohort of the International Classroom Exchange Program.

Following the assembly, the visiting educators and students immersed themselves in STEAM lessons. Led by Mr. Soji Megbowon, Nigeria’s own Limitless Space Educator, students engaged in a hands-on exploration of basic physics in rocket launching. The experience was both eye-opening and exhilarating, bringing the complexities of space science into a relatable and practical context. The school’s STEM/Space Club also shone, as they led an in-house demo on Flip Classroom Experience, showcasing modern teaching methods. The day concluded with a powerful Career in Space drama performance by the students, leaving the audience inspired by the endless possibilities within the field of space exploration.

This groundbreaking event has left a lasting impact on Ifesowapo-Aboru Senior Secondary School, elevating its reputation as a hub for innovative learning and space education. The International Classroom Exchange Program has opened new doors for students and staff alike, inspiring them to reach for the stars.

EKOEXCEL: We Will Partner Lagos Assembly To Get Legislative Backing - Alawiye-King

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The Chairman of the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), Hon Wahab Alawiye-King has stated that the Board will work out measures to put in place necessary legislative backing to sustain the EKOEXCEL programme after the present administration.

Alawiye-King stated this on Saturday, 25 January, 2020, in Lagos during the formal launch and  graduation ceremony of EKOEXCEL Teachers Professional Development and Training Programme.

The LASUBEB boss, a former lawmaker himself, said such legislative backing will give the programme sustainability which will enhance development of education, particularly the primary section, in the state.

"It is no longer news that a major vision of this administration from the onset has been geared towards radically increasing access to Basic and Functional Education in line with the Sustainable Development Goal 4, the National Policy on Education, UBEC Act 2004 and SUBEB Law 2006, of achieving an all-
inclusive, Quality Universal Basic Education. "This is equally encapsulated in the 3rd pillar of the T.H.E.M.E.S Agenda of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu’s of providing Education and Technology," he said, noting that such laudable programme anchored on growth of education needs legislative backup to achieve its aims.

Alawiye-King commended the state Governor for investing heavily in the programme which he said, was aimed at repositioning basic education in the state and bring it to greater heights. "Mr Governor, we commend and appreciate you sincerely for every child's future you are building today," he said.

He also commended the teachers and staff for their dedication, determination and enthusiasm towards the success of the programme. "It has been weeks of rigorous training and re-training of teachers and school administrators on the process of deploying this innovative technology in the classroom, to aid effective teaching and learning for the
overall improvement of basic education in the state.

"I enjoin all graduants to effectively deploy what has been learnt at the training
programme in other to make the classroom more engaging for our teachers and pupils.
"No child should be left behind; you must carry all your pupils along, irrespective of their individual differences and capabilities," he said.

The LASUBEB boss also advised parents to monitor the activities of their children and also perform oversight functions on them.
"The home is the first learning ground for pupils hence our parents should monitor their wards: ensure prompt and regular attendance in schools, ensure that they appear in school clean and also ensure that they monitor their homework as well as be supportive of school activities," he said.

Lagos SUBEB Teachers Recruitment Excercise To Hold On Monday

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LAGOS STATE UNIVERSAL BASIC EDUCATION BOARD TEACHERS RECRUITMENT EXCERCISE.

This is to inform prospective candidates who applied for  LASUBEB recruitment exercise that, the On-line Test holds on Monday, 27th January, 2020.

Shortlisted candidates will receive SMS with username and password between Friday 24th - Sunday 26th January, 2020.

Lagos primary school teachers to get Tablets as teaching tool

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Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, on Thursday said that the state government has approved the provision of computer tablets for all primary school teachers in the state.

Speaking at the inauguration of primary school facilities in Ajeromi-Ifelodun Local Government Area, Hamzat said that the tablets would assist the teachers in effective teaching of the pupils.

“Every teacher cannot teach with the same standard across the state, but with the tool (tablet), it allows to know your students are being taught right.” The Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat said.

“What is important for us is education and it is fundamental to the development of the state, you will also see a big increase in education budget.


“Because if we don’t get it right from the basic level, then we have missed it. We believe that education is fundamental,” Hamzat said.

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Education: Rest During Holiday TGPS Ayandele urges Teachers

.....NAESN Lagos Chairman, Majiyagbe lauds, TGPS, Dr Ayandele

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Tutor-General/Permanent Secretary (TGPS), Lagos State Education District 1, Dr. Yinka Ayandele has implored the teachers to take time-out to rest during holiday periods.

Ayandele made this known  while receiving the delegates of Agege Local Government Education Authority on a courtesy call to her office at the District Headquarters, yesterday.

She noted that teachers have worked assiduously and must rest to be refreshed.

The TGPS, commended the effort of Agege Local Government Education Authority Lgea Agege led by the Education Secretary, Hon. Olamilekan Majiyagbe Great Majiyagbe  towards improving the standard of education at the basic level, thus making the Education District 1 inherited sounds pupils in their various  secondary Schools.

While appreciating the supportive roles of the Christians and Muslims communities as stakeholders in the sector.

However, Dr. Ayandele charged the teachers not to relent on their efforts in ensuring that vision of Lagos State Government on Education continually progresses.

Earlier, in his remarks, the Chairman, Lagos State Chapter, National Association of Education Secretaries who also double as Education Secretary of Agege Local Government Education Authority, Hon. Olamilekan Majiyagbe, said that the purpose of the visit is to  inform the Education District 1, TGPS, that the school is officially closing today.

He recounted that the Agege LGEA has recorded a huge success without any forms of casualties.

Majiyagbe, described Dr. Yinka Ayandele as a goalgetter, humble achiever, pace-Setter, and role model that has touched many lives positively.

He also noted that Education District 1 achievements under Dr. Ayandele can been imputed for her special privilege and character even as a woman.

Presentation of Award frame, Special prayers for Dr. Ayandele and Good Will messages were part of the activities during the visit.

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Priotize Teachers' Welfare, Ambode Tells New TESCOM Board Members

…Swears-In Perm Sec/Auditor General For Local Govt

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Lagos State Governor, Mr Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday inaugurated chairman and board members of the State Teaching Service Commission (TESCOM), with a charge on the appointees to give top considerations to teachers’ welfare and ensure employment of only well qualified professionals to teach in public secondary schools in the State.

Speaking at a twin event which also witnessed the swearing-in of Mrs. Adesumbo Abolarin as Permanent Secretary/Auditor General for Local Government, held at Lagos House in Alausa, Ikeja, Governor Ambode said it was important for the public officers to justify their appointment by working ultimately in the interest of the people.



He said the passage and signing of the Teaching Service Commission Bill was a great moment for the education family in the State coming after eight years of several attempts, adding that the development became imperative as a result of the unrelenting efforts of the State Government to strengthen the education sector.

“With the knowledge that education plays a very vital role in the development of our society and that a society cannot thrive above the level of its educational attainment, the passage and signing of this Law was very essential.



“Today, in fulfillment of the provision of that law, we have just witnessed the inauguration of the Board whose responsibility will be to ensure that the objectives of the law are achieved.



“For avoidance of doubts, let me state that one of the major aims of this law, which shall be a key responsibility of this Board, is to ensure improvement in the welfare of our teachers and also ensure that well qualified teachers are recruited into our public secondary schools,” Governor Ambode said.



He said it was particularly instructive that seasoned educationists and administrators had been carefully selected based on their track records for appointment into the TESCOM board, expressing optimism that the State would witness rapid improvement in the education sector, particularly at the secondary level.



“You will agree with me that if we are to achieve the kind standard we desire in our educational system and also lay a good foundation for the future development of our State in terms of quality manpower, we must give adequate attention to maintaining highly motivated and effective teaching personnel.



“I, therefore, charge the Chairman and members of this Board to study very carefully the provisions of the law in order to fully understand their role and responsibilities expected of them. I also enjoin you all, to ensure that due process is followed in all matters that would be brought to your attention and for your decision.



“You should be unbiased in the discharge of your responsibilities as a board. We have done a lot in the provision of educational infrastructure in our public schools; all of these infrastructural facilities will amount to a waste if not complemented with dedicated, well-motivated and committed teachers,” Governor Ambode admonished the appointees.



The Governor also appealed to teachers to cooperate with the Board to further ensure fair play in the discharge of their responsibilities.



While the Chairman of the Board is Mrs Olabisi Ariyo, others members are Mr. Jacob Ashaka, Mrs Sidikat Smith, Mr Adeleke Oluseun Kara and Mrs Adijat Kuburat Hassan.



Responding on behalf of the appointees, Ariyo thanked Governor Ambode for the confidence reposed in them, and assured that the board would work hard, be unbiased and prioritize the welfare of teachers, as well as train and retrain them for optimal performance.

Adopt Students-centered Pedagogy To Teach Mathematics - Unilag Prof., Dr. Awofala Admonishes EDDI Teachers

...We'll Improve On Our 92% Performance Rate In Mathematics - TGPS, Dr. Yinka Ayandele

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The need for teachers especially Mathematics tutors to adopt students-centered teaching methods during Mathematics classes took the center stage at the 2018 Annual Seminar for Mathematics Teachers in Lagos Education District One comprising Agege, Alimosho, Ifako Ijaye respectfully.

Dr. Awofala, O.A, of the Department of Science & Technology, Faculty of Education, Unilag, Akoka, during his presentation tagged "Reinventing Mathematics Teaching Through Innovative Pedagogy," noted that most students fail Mathematics because teachers do not put the learning and real-life application of mathematical pedagogy as end products of teaching the subject in the classroom. 

He charged mathematics teachers to be more logical in providing solutions to aspects of the subject that students find difficult, urging to be cerebral in approach while teaching mathematics.

"Most teachers put themselves at the center in class, bossing the process of teaching mathematics. This makes students learn the subject through fear and confusion. We must adopt "Leaner Centred Pedagogy rather than conventional 'Teachers Centred Pedagogy' if we want our students to see the importance of Mathematics application in their daily life activities." 

"Apart from having mastery of the subject, teachers must have effective pedagogy to affect the three domains of the students learning process. This would afford teachers to identify the hidden potentials of students for effective learning." Dr Awofala advised.

He listed some time tested innovative pedagogy that Mathematics teachers could adopt for effective teaching of the subject. They include; Corporative Learning, Lessons Study Method, Problem Based Learning, Personalisation of discussion amongst others.

Dr Awofala continued: "Effective application of any of the pedagogy would foster students' conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, strategic competence, adaptive reasoning and productive disposition that helps students formulate problems and solve them.

The second presentation tagged "Achieving Education Promise by Leveraging Digital Technology" delivered by Mr Adeniyi Oluokun - Digital Microsoft Expert, was also an eye opener for the Mathematics teachers at the seminar. 

Mr Adeniyi identified the known fact that Mathematics is an achill heel to many students but revealed that by using technology, educational video materials to buttress the conceptual teaching, students will find it rather easy to understand the topics being discussed.

In a well thought-out slide presentation, Adeniyi highlighted how today's students are technologically inclined. Hence, the need to use what they love doing to catch their attention rather than using their precious time online without impact.

Speaking at the event, the Tutor General/Permanent Secretary of Education District 1, Dr. Yinka Ayandele appreciated the members of Mathematical Association of Nigeria for the concerted efforts geared towards successful teaching of Mathematics in EDDI.

Dr Ayandele revealed that EDDI is the only district organising annual seminar for Mathematics teachers in Lagos State, adding that the gathering alongside other creative measures introduced to address arithmetic phobia among students, endeared the district to achieve a 92% pass rate in the last West African Examination Council examination.

"EDDI had best result in Mathematics of the just concluded WAEC with a 92% pass rate. Today, we are moving away from just performance to application of mathematical knowledge in the day to day experiences of our students. We want our teachers to take the subject with great passion in order to ensure students develop natural interest in learning the subject Mathematics." Dr Ayandele assured. 

Earlier in her welcome address, the Coordinator of MAN in EDDI, Mrs. A.B. Agunbiade stated that training the trainers has always been the objectives of the seminar since inception. She stressed that the annual event and is designed to expose teachers to latest methodologies aimed at providing tailored solutions to challenges facing mathematics teachers.

She said, "The peer mentoring program (PMP), Intra and Inter Zonal Mathematics competitions that was introduced by the TG/ PS, Dr. Yinka Ayandele who is the Architect of Mathematical success in the district, has given us the courage to combat war against poor performance in mathematics (WAPPIM) in our schools".

Agunbiade reeled out some of the association's achievements which include 5years university education scholarship by Touch_A_Life organization under Touch_A_Life maths/science competition won by Master Ezenuala Ekene Franklin of Meiran Community Senior Secondary School and Silver Medal Award at the KFS International Mathematics Award recently.

The program was capped with an Award ceremony to reward outstanding performance among students and teachers within the district.

TGPS Dr Ayandele Hails Students, Teachers, Parents Over Massive Turn Out For Resumption

...Embarks On Schools Resumption Tour
...Students Share Holiday Experiences With TGPS

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The Tutor General cum Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Education District District One (EDDI), Dr Mrs Yinka Ayandele has hailed teachers, students and parents for the impressive turnout of students witnessed across the district as schools resume for the 2018/2019 academic session.

Dr Ayandele made the assertion while on tour of the 99 schools domiciled within the three local government areas (Agege, Ifako and Alimosho) that make up the district.

The resumption tour is an annual routine through which Dr Ayandele in company of other management staff and the Schools Support Unit, ascertains level of compliance with stated rules and regulations across the schools.

Speaking with newsmen after the tour, Dr Ayandele expressed great delight at the level of enthusiasm and preparedness on the part of students and teachers towards hitting the ground running as schools resume for the 2018/2019 session.

"We are happy to see that the children are happy to resume back to school and they resume in large numbers. The teachers are really very set, we have seen some things are being put in place like the name of students per class, arrangements, distribution of time-table, even the first assessment (welcome test) of our students is ongoing. These are part of efforts that are stimulating the resumption generally because these children are always looking forward to the first day of resumption."

She said the state government has moved ahead to put necessary school needs in place to ensure smooth transition into the new session.

"As you are aware that Lagos State government is committed to providing quality, affordable and accessible basic education to every child in the state, hence, prior to resumption, we met with Her Excellency, the Deputy Governor of Lagos state, Dr. Idiat Adebule expressing our preparations and challenges. She has addressed most of them, so, we are fully prepared to have better results than last year."

The award winning TGPS thanked the education stakeholders that made the resumption seamless.

"We want to use the opportunity to thank our parents for taking good and wonderful care of these students; they are looking very smart and happy to come back to school, we also thank the teaching and non-teaching staff, they already resumed since last week preparing the whole place for the students, ensuring the school environment is clean and conducive for learning, test running gadgets, preparing instructional materials just to ensure that our first day in school is not wasted. As you can see, it is not up to 10 O’clock, the schools have already settled. Our hearty appreciation goes to the present administration of Lagos State Government especially His Excellency, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode who is making teachers happy and ready to do the work they know how to do best." She concluded.

On a lighter note, some of the students narrate their holiday experiences to the TGPS after which she encouraged them to be focused, diligent and occupy their space as they aim high in studies.

Teachers Recruitment: 65,818 Apply As Portal Closes-LASG

The Lagos State Government has disclosed that 65,818 applications were received for the 2,200 teaching job vacancies offered by State Government after the deadline for the submission of applications ended at midnight on Thursday, September 6, 2018.

The Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Education, Mrs. Adebunmi Adekanye, who disclosed this today after receiving reports on the exercise, said the huge number of applications was mostly influenced by the prompt payment of salaries and the welfare package of the Lagos State for teachers and other employees of the State.

She noted that a breakdown of the applications shows that 44,725 people will compete for the 1,200 jobs in the Public Secondary Schools category while 21,093 applied for the teaching job in the public primary sector.

The Permanent Secretary stated that the next step in the recruitment exercise is the electronic sorting of the applications to ensure that the applicants meet the set criteria and shortlisted eligible candidates are invited for written examination.

Adekanye reiterated the commitment of the State Government to fairness and transparency in the recruitment exercise which is aimed at injecting fresh and qualified Teachers into the Public Primary and Secondary Schools in the State to improve the teaching and learning process in government-owned Schools.

Recall that the job portal (http://jobs.lagosstate.gov.ng) was opened to applicants between 12 a.m on Friday, 31st August and 12 a.m, Thursday, September 6, 2018.

Teachers’ recruitment: LASG calls for patience

The Lagos State Government has urged applicants interested in the on-going teachers’ recruitment exercise in the State to be patient with the slow pace on the online application website.

The Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Mrs. Adebunmi Adekanye made the call following complaints by some applicants that the job portal (http://jobs.lagosstate.gov.ng) was very slow, stressing that it was as a result of the number of applicants trying to register at the same time.

She, however, assured that the backend team is working assiduously to accommodate all applications that are dropping in droves since the commencement of the exercise.

The Permanent Secretary advised that there was no reason to panic as applicants have up till Thursday, September 6, 2018 to send in applications, adding that the traffic on the portal would gradually reduce as more applicants succeed in submitting their applications.

Adekanye reiterated the commitment of the State Government to fairness and transparency in the recruitment exercise aimed at injecting fresh and qualified teachers into the Public Primary and Secondary Schools in the State.

Technology: Google Empowers Education District One With Digital Skills

…Train Teachers, Students, Principals, Management Staff On Digital Economy

…We’re Ready For The Dynamic Changes of The world - Dr Ayandele

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When the full benefit of digital literacy and empowerment begin to germinate in Nigeria, the entire community of Lagos Education District One (EDDI) comprising Agege, Alimosho and Ifako Ijaye will not be left behind in the quest to reap the fruit.

This is because the district has taken another first with the move to turn digital passion into capacity building for students, teachers, principals and management staff of the district.

EDDI on Thursday, played host to popular education NGO, MindTheGap in collaboration with leading digital platform, Google for the launching of the initiative aimed train 10 million youth across Africa in 5years by Google. At the event, the EDDI community were trained on how to maximize technology and digital skills to improve teaching and learning outcomes in school. Also, they were empowered to dig for opportunity on the web.


Speaking at the epoch making event, the Tutor General/Permanent Secretary of the EDDI, Dr (Mrs) Yinka Ayandele said it is obvious that the world is dynamic in nature, hence the need to be equipped with relevant digital skills to enhance the teachers’ tasks and to compete favourably in the global village.

Dr Ayandele stated that the district is ready to acquire new knowledge that will aid positive outcomes while assuring that the participants will put the skills acquired at the training into judicious use. She thanked Google and their resource persons for piloting the digital skills and acquisition programme in EDDI.

In a chat with Agegepulse Magazine, the Co-founder of MindTheGap and facilitator, Mr Tayo Olosunde revealed that after the training, participants are expected to be inspired towards thinking globally.

“As you can see, there is a completely new perspective to the way the participants are seeing the digital world. Our hope is that these teachers and principals will tap into the huge opportunities online and spend productive time on the internet. Secondly, this initiative will endear people to know how to search for opportunities; and create opportunities on the internet.”

“Lagos is fast becoming a Mega City driven by technology, hence Lagosians especially the civil servants must be ready to key into the digital world that the Mega City Project will come with.  I celebrate what the state government is doing, proving to the world that Nigeria and Africa can really do it. So, I want to encourage people to jump into the Lagos City Reality by equipping themselves with relevant skills and be ready  for the opportunities ahead.” Mr Olosunde concluded.

AMBODE APPROVES RECRUITMENT OF 2200 TEACHERS

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Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Friday approved the recruitment of additional 1200 teachers for the Junior and Senior Secondary schools in the State.



The Governor, at the last quarterly Town Hall meeting at Ibeju Lekki, had promised that his administration would employ more teachers into public schools to meet up with the manpower required to cover all public schools in the State.



Confirming the development, Deputy Governor of the State, Mrs. Idiat Adebule said the 1200 teachers was an addition to the 1000 teachers which the Governor had approved for recruitment into Primary Schools in the State.



Adebule, who superintends over the Ministry of Education, said guidelines for application would be released soon in accordance with the Civil Service Rules.



The development, she added, would further aid teaching and learning in the public schools which according to her, has been attracting more enrollment in the last three years as a result of the improved infrastructure and welfare of teaching and non-teaching staff.



She said the improved facilities and staff motivation was evident in the high performance rate of the students of the State in local and international competitions.