Education

TEACHERS’ DAY: GOV. ABIODUN LAVISHES HOUSE, CASH ON TEACHERS

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4 years ago

October 5, 2020

As the world marked Teachers’ Day on Monday, Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun appreciated award-winning teachers in the State with cash prizes and a house.
The Governor offered Mr Odegbola Ayodele, a Junior Secondary School teacher from Abeokuta Grammar school, who also won the overall Best Teacher in the State, a two-bedroom bungalow in the State owned Princes Court.

Mr. Adewale Abayomi, from Odua Comprehensive High School, Imoru, who was the Best Teacher in the Senior Secondary category was given the sum of N2.5m and Mrs. Mary Adeyemi from St. Paul’s School II, Sagamu, who was the best Primary School Teacher went home with a cash gift of N2m from the Governor.

Gov. Abiodun said the State government has formally instituted a yearly Best Teachers Awards in this category to appreciate outstanding teachers in the State and those who have distinguished themselves in the course of carrying out their duties.

Prince Dapo Abiodun disclosed this while addressing executive members of the Nigerian Union of be Teachers (NUT), Academic Staff Union Secondary Schools (ASUSS) and All Nigerian Conference of Principals of Secondary Schools (ANCOPSS), to mark this year’s World Teachers Day in his office at Oke-Mosan Abeokuta.

Gov Abiodun said to encourage teachers for efficient service delivery, it is imperative to celebrate those who have shown creativity, dedication and hard work in the course of imparting knowledge to our younger ones.

He noted that this would spur them to put in more efforts in educating the nation’s future Leaders.

According to the Governor: “We will continue to celebrate innovation. We will encourage consistency. Our administration will continue to make the welfare of our teachers our priority. Our teacher’s reward will not be in heaven, but here on earth”, he stated.

Prince Abiodun used the occasion to call on parents to be more involved in caring for their children instead of shifting the responsibility to teachers as the development process of a child would not be complete without the involvement of their parents.

“It is becoming increasingly clear that our children now spend the larger part of their days with teachers. It is alarming to see that in the pursuit of economic fulfilment, many parents have now have left their parental roles to teachers.

“While I call for a rethink by such parents, but in the meantime, I will call on our teachers to help the situation by inculcating in the children, positive attitudes, ideals and virtues. Help us to protect the rights of our children”, Prince Abiodun pleaded.

He said the commemoration of the World’s Teachers Day is significant because it draws attention to the noble role of the teaching profession in nation-building in line with a standard-setting instrument that addresses the status and situations of teachers around the world.

The Governor noted that this year’s World Teachers Day, would identify the challenges teachers face in the practice of their noble profession, especially at this period of the global emergency of the CCOVID-1, adding that event was to appreciate teachers and also assess their importance as educators of the world so as to improve on their service for the humanity.

Prince Abiodun also said the occasion would provide an opportunity to consider issues relating to teachers and teaching profession, honour and recognize of their contributions to the development of the education sector and the socio-economic development of Nigeria as a whole.

While describing teachers as partners in building the State, the Governor said his administration would continue to appreciate them for their individual and collective roles in creating new learning environment for the children of Ogun State through the Ogun digiClass and other platforms, especially during the covid-19 lockdown.

He enjoined them to be innovative and painstaking in the discharge of their duties, as they owe the State and the country, the responsibility of ensuring that children are adequately cater for the physically, mentally and socially to meet future challenges.

The Governor said that the process for the recruitment of 1, 655 Graduate teachers to fill some of the vacancies existing in Public Secondary Schools in the State was at an advanced stage just as approval for career elongation of Primary School teachers to Grade Level 15 has been approved, while Principals-General and Headmasters-General from the four Geo-Political Zones of our dear State have been appointed and sworn into office.

In his remark, the Chairman, Nigerian Union of Teachers (NUT), Comrade Titilope Adebajo, while describing teachers as risk takers and mind moulders, called for the introduction of Education Trust Fund to enable government address many challenges facing the education sector.

State Chairman, Academic Staff Union of Secondary Schools (ASUSS), Comrade Akeem Lasisi, called for the review of the free education policy to enable participation of parents and corporate entities in fund the sector.

In an interview, this year’s best teacher awardee, Mr. Ayodele attributed his emergence as the overall best teacher in the State to hardwork. He called on other teachers to be committed and remain steadfast in the discharge of their duties, “as there is always a pay day ahead for hard workers”.

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Girau International School Extends Warm Wishes for Peace, Prosperity, and Safety This Festive Season

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December 18, 2024

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Girau International School Extends Warm Wishes for Peace, Prosperity, and Safety This Festive Season

As the festive season approaches, Girau International School sends heartfelt wishes of peace and prosperity to its students, parents, and staff. The school emphasizes the value of unity and joy during this special time, while encouraging families to prioritize safety and well-being.

In a statement, the School Director highlighted the importance of parental guidance during the holidays, urging families to maintain open communication and ensure children’s activities are monitored responsibly.

“The holidays are a time for creating cherished memories,” the School Director said. “However, they also require vigilance. Parents play a key role in ensuring their children remain safe and make responsible choices during this period.”

Renowned for its commitment to academic excellence and character development, Girau International School offers a robust curriculum that equips students with critical thinking, creativity, and leadership skills. As the new year nears, the school remains steadfast in its mission to nurture well-rounded individuals ready to excel in a dynamic world.

Girau International School reaffirms its dedication to fostering a safe, supportive environment where students thrive academically and personally. The school also encourages families to embrace the spirit of the season while staying mindful of the challenges it may bring.

For more information about Girau International School’s programs and initiatives, please contact the administration.

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First Honour Schools: Celebrating a Decade of Academic Milestones

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December 9, 2024

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First Honour Schools: Celebrating a Decade of Academic Milestones

The year 2024 marks a significant milestone for First Honour Schools as we proudly celebrate 10 years of transforming lives and shaping a brighter, greater generation for society through quality education.

Founded on October 8, 2014, First Honour Schools embarked on a mission to inspire learners to become passionate lifelong learners. Over the past decade, we have grown to encompass preschool, nursery, primary, and secondary classes, providing a holistic education that challenges, motivates, and inspires our students to aim high and achieve excellence.

A Vision for Transformative Education

At First Honour Schools, we believe in the wise saying that “knowledge is best acquired through sound education.” Education is the foundation upon which great individuals and economies are built, making it a right of every child rather than a privilege.

We are committed to providing every child with qualitative education because today’s youth are tomorrow’s leaders. Without education, hope diminishes—but with it, the possibilities are endless.

We aim to raise a generation of transparent, accountable, and excellent future leaders.

At First Honour Schools, we nurture incorruptible, disciplined, and economically proficient individuals who understand that hard work is the secret to success.

A Decade of Impact and Excellence

Over the past ten years, First Honour Schools has consistently achieved remarkable milestones:

Infrastructure: With over 40 well-structured and conducive classrooms and 5 fully equipped laboratories, we provide an environment that fosters learning and creativity.
Student Body: We are proud to have nurtured over 500 learners, ensuring their holistic development through academic, moral, and social excellence.
Academic Excellence: 93% of our students consistently excel academically, thanks to the dedication of our well-trained teachers and robust curriculum.

Our Mission, Vision, and Values

Vision: At First Honour Schools, we inspire children to be passionate lifelong learners through a curriculum rooted in pedagogical integrity, enabling them to stand out among their peers.
Mission: We serve as an effective educational resource for parents, assisting families in realizing their children’s full potential through active parent involvement and student-centered learning.
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- Ensuring learners live purpose-driven lives.
- Stimulating self-discovery and excellence in all endeavors.

Why Choose First Honour Schools?

The combined efforts of our management, teachers, parents, and learners have yielded outstanding results, creating a legacy of academic excellence and character building. At First Honour Schools, we focus on raising well-rounded individuals equipped to excel academically and beyond.

If you’re searching for the perfect school for your children in Ifo, Arigbajo, Ewekoro, or surrounding areas, First Honour Schools is the ideal choice. We provide a conducive learning environment, accurate and engaging lectures, and discipline to prepare learners for the future.

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Address: Off Sojuolu Road, via Alameda Bus Stop, Ifo, Ogun State.
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Echono to deliver FUTO’s 36th Convocation Lecture

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Echono to deliver FUTO’s 36th Convocation Lecture

The Executive Secretary of Tertiary Education Trust Fund (TETFUND) Arch. Sunday Silver Echono, will on Thursday, December 5th, 2024 deliver the 36th Convocation Lecture of the Federal University of Technology (FUTO), Owerri.

The lecture titled “Impact of Leadership Selection on Governance in Public Universities in Nigeria” will hold at Prof. C.O.E. Onwuliri Conference Hall, FUTO main campus, Owerri.

The University’s Vice Chancellor, Prof. (Mrs). Nnenna Oti, will be the Chief Host at the lecture, which is expected to attract participants from within and outside the university community, especially the academia.

FUTO is the oldest university of technology in Nigeria, established in 1980 by Nigeria’s first Executive President, Shehu Shagari. It became the first of three such universities set up by the Federal Government of Nigeria, which sought to establish a University of Technology in each geo-political region, particularly in a state which did not have a conventional university.

Arc.Sunday Sylva Togo Echono OON is a Nigerian diplomat, and architect who serves as the ninth Executive Secretary of Tertiary Education Trust Fund from 2022 till-date. Previously, Echono served as the Secretary of the Admissions Committee of the Nigerian Institute of Architects and the 28th President of the Nigerian Institute of Architects from 2019 to 2021.

Sonny Echono was nominated by the Board of TETFUND in early 2022 and was subsequently appointed as the substantive 9th Executive Secretary (ES) of TETFUND on March 18, 2022, by former President Muhammad Buhari.
A former permanent secretary in federal ministries, Echono had been honoured by governmental and non-governmental bodies locally and internationally. He is a recipient of Officer of Order of Niger (OON).