Three secondary schools in Lagos – Isolo Comprehensive Secondary School, Ikota Primary School and Ikosi Senior Secondary School, Ketu, have benefited from the first phase of the Western Union Foundation and Daniel Ogechi Akujobi Memorial Foundation project in the state.
The project, tagged ‘Read to Succeed,’ is targeted at complementing the efforts being made by the country to meet global educational standards.
The three schools had each of their libraries refurbished and equipped with variety of books, furniture and computer sets.
Western Union’s Regional Vice President for North-Central and West Africa, Aida Diarra, said the project was to show the company and its agent’s willingness to support development and educational initiatives in Nigeria.
Also, in her address during the inauguration of the libraries, the Programme Manager, DOAM Foundation, Mrs. Clare Henshaw, said over $57,902 (about N9m) was designated for the first phase of the project.
She noted that thousands of books, 17 computer sets and printers were donated for use in the libraries of the benefiting schools.
She said, “Developing reading habit and culture will improve the nation’s human resources, thus supporting the leaders of tomorrow. This project is a demonstration of how DOAM Foundation is dedicated to the enhancement of education in the lives of less privileged children.”
Commending the groups for their kind gesture, the Principal, Isolo Comprehensive Senior High School, Mrs. Modupe Adegbulugbe, said their efforts have provided a source of information and inspiration for young minds.
He noted that pupils from neighboring schools would be allowed access to the facility to improve the reading culture in the area.
“The library is beautiful and special. It is filled with books and computers, with internet facility. It is an e-library and the first of its kind in this environment. These collections are balanced and comprise relevant and quality materials,” she said.
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