In a significant announcement at the annual Christmas party hosted at the Ikorodu Local Government Secretariat on December 12, 2023, Hon. Wasiu Adesina, the Executive Chairman of Ikorodu Local Government, revealed that a substantial portion of the 2024 budget would be dedicated to enhancing the educational sector within the region.
During his speech, Chairman Adesina highlighted the strategic importance of focusing on education to strengthen and expand the local educational landscape.
He emphasized the need to build upon the achievements of the preceding year, stating, “Come 2024, our budget will be tilting towards aiding educational programs and activities.”
The council aims to amplify its efforts to improve the standard of education by increasing the capacity of educational programs initiated in 2023.
Chairman Adesina expressed a sense of urgency, noting, “Everything we’ve accomplished in 2023 shows we have a lot to do concerning our education system in Ikorodu Local Government, so we’re moving towards that directly in 2024.”
The announcement was met with positive reception from stakeholders and schools in attendance at the celebration.
The commitment to prioritizing education in the upcoming budget was seen as a progressive step toward fostering growth and development within the community.
As Ikorodu Local Government gears up for the new fiscal year, the anticipation is high for the positive impact this strategic focus on education will bring to the region’s educational institutions and the overall well-being of its residents.