….says Statewide Structural Standardization Is a Deliberate Policy
The Kogi State Government has expressed satisfaction with the successful remodelling of LGEA Demonstration Nursery/Primary School, Onyunkoko in Okene Local Government Area, describing the project as another clear demonstration of the Ododo Administration’s commitment to providing a modern and inspiring learning environment for pupils across the state.
The State Commissioner for Information and Communications, Kingsley Femi Fanwo, made this known in a statement made available to journalists in Lokoja, Thursday, noting that the administration of Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo remains committed to consolidating the educational infrastructure strides recorded by the immediate past administration.
According to him, the newly remodeled school reflects the government’s broader policy of structural standardization in public schools across Kogi State, aimed at ensuring that pupils learn in safe, beautiful and conducive environments.
Fanwo explained that Governor Ododo, being a proud product of public schools, is passionate about restoring public confidence in the state’s education system through deliberate investments in infrastructure and learning facilities.
“Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo understands the importance of a dignified learning environment because he is himself a product of public schools. His administration is determined to restore the confidence of parents in public education across the state,” he said.
He added that the remodelling of LGEA Demonstration Nursery/Primary School, Onyunkoko is part of a broader statewide effort, as several other schools are currently undergoing similar upgrades in line with the administration’s commitment to repositioning the education sector.
While noting that the government has already introduced free education for pupils and students in public schools and bursary support for students in tertiary institutions, the Commissioner emphasized that such policies must be complemented by quality learning infrastructure.
“Providing free education in dilapidated structures would amount to a disservice to our future leaders. That is why the government is steadily working to restore the old glorious days when public schools in Kogi State were known for their beauty, orderliness and conducive learning atmosphere,” he said.
Fanwo acknowledged that some school structures across the state had suffered years of neglect, resulting in aging and deteriorating facilities. However, he assured that the present administration is systematically addressing the challenge.
“Governor Ododo has never denied the reality that some of our educational facilities are old and dilapidated due to decades of neglect. What the administration is doing now is to systematically restore them, touching as many schools as available resources can support,” he explained.
He noted that the transformation of LGEA Demonstration Nursery/Primary School, Onyunkoko is evident in the contrast between the old and newly remodeled structures, which now stand as a testament to the government’s commitment to revitalizing public education in the state.
“The pictures of the school before and after the remodelling clearly tell the story of what a focused and committed government can achieve in the education sector. More importantly, the smiles on the faces of the pupils reflect their excitement and renewed pride in their school,” he added.
The Commissioner assured the people of the state that Governor Ododo will continue to deliver on the mandate given to him by Kogites, particularly in strengthening the education sector as a foundation for sustainable development.
He reaffirmed that the administration will remain steadfast in its efforts to ensure that every child in Kogi State has access not only to free education but also to a dignified and inspiring learning .
Kingsley Femi Fanwo
Hon. Commissioner for Information and Communications
