Agege Local Government has reaffirmed its commitment to educational development and human capital investment with the distribution of free exercise books and essential learning materials to pupils across the council area.
The initiative, held on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, was designed to support pupils’ academic pursuits, promote effective learning and ease the financial burden of educational expenses on parents and guardians.
Speaking on the initiative, the Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government, Hon. Abdul-Ganiyu Vinod Obasa, emphasised the importance of investing in children’s education, describing access to learning materials as a critical step towards building a brighter future.
“When we put a book in the hands of a child, we are not simply providing learning materials; we are opening a door to knowledge, opportunity and a brighter future,” he said.
The distribution exercise was carried out on behalf of the Executive Chairman by the Supervisors of the Local Government, led by the Secretary to the Local Government, Hon. AbdulRasheed Adaranijo, and the Supervisor for Education, Hon. Tahir Taoheed.
The intervention reflects the administration’s determination to ensure that pupils have access to essential educational resources, irrespective of their families’ economic circumstances.
For many households, the rising cost of educational materials places additional pressure on family budgets. The provision of free exercise books and other learning essentials will therefore help parents redirect scarce resources towards other important needs while ensuring that their children remain adequately equipped for school.
The enthusiastic reception by pupils further highlighted the significance of the initiative and the positive impact of grassroots interventions that directly address the needs of residents.
The Obasa-led administration has continued to prioritise human capital development and residents’ welfare, recognising that meaningful community development begins with investing in the next generation.
Beyond the immediate relief provided to families, the initiative sends a strong message that education remains a priority in Agege and that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, develop and fulfil their potential.
As the council sustains its people-oriented programmes, the administration remains committed to creating an enabling environment where children are empowered with the resources and opportunities needed to succeed.
For Agege, investing in education today is building a stronger and brighter tomorrow.
