A Member of the House of Representatives representing Ijebu-Ode, Odogbolu and Ijebu North East Federal Constituency, Hon. Olufemi Ogunbanwo, has commenced the construction and renovation of selected school buildings across the constituency, a gesture aimed at improving learning conditions for pupils and teachers.

Speaking during an inspection at one of the project sites, Hon. Ogunbanwo described education as a critical foundation for community development, emphasising that, children deserve safe and comfortable classrooms to enhance academic performances.

The renovation projects cover St. Luke Primary School, Imodi-Ijasi, Moraika Comprehensive High School and St Michael's Primary School Ododeyo in Ijebu North East Local Government Area of the State.

The intervention focuses on construction of new structure, upgrading dilapidated classrooms, repairing damaged roofs, improving ventilation as well as creating a more conducive environment for Pupils.

 “Our children are the future and investing in their education is not optional. These renovations are meant to restore dignity to our Public Schools and motivate both pupils and teachers,” he said.

The lawmaker assured that the projects would be closely monitored during and after the construction to ensure quality execution, timely completion and maintenance of the project, adding that plans are underway for additional educational interventions, including the provision of learning materials and support for teachers.                         

It would be recalled that Molipa High School in Ijebu Ode, Ogbogbo Baptist Grammar School, Ijebu North East as well as Ikangba Comprehensive High School Odogbolu Local Government Areas, were the previous beneficiaries, noting that the renovation exercise is expected to be completed in phases, with more schools set to benefit as the project progresses across the constituency.