COWLSO boosts inclusive education with major investment in Lagos schools
The Committee of Wives of Lagos State Officials (COWLSO) has invested over ₦234 million in 48 schools to enhance inclusive education across Lagos. Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, the First Lady, highlighted that the initiative targets children with special needs and aims to bridge critical gaps in the education sector. The intervention includes renovations, provision of learning materials, and improvements to school facilities. Anike Adekanye, COWLSO Schools Committee Coordinator, emphasized the programme’s focus on supporting vulnerable students and ensuring proper use of resources.
What we know
- Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu announced that COWLSO has invested over ₦234 million in 48 Lagos schools.
- The initiative, running between 2022 and 2026, includes three phases, with the third phase supporting 24 schools with interventions valued at ₦124.457 million.
- The programme targets inclusive schools, especially those catering to children with special needs, including visual and hearing impairments.
- Interventions include classroom renovations, potable water, perimeter fencing, beds, science equipment, ICT centres, and other essential materials.
- Anike Adekanye stated that all funds were judiciously used, with continuous monitoring to ensure facilities are properly maintained.
