Funmi Ojo

The Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke, has directed the Commissioner for Education to issue letters of appointment to the first batch of newly recruited teachers in the state, describing education as the most powerful tool for individual empowerment and sustainable development.

‎Governor Adeleke gave the directive while speaking at the Commendation and Solidarity Parade organised by the Stay-in-School Initiative of the Peace Corps of Nigeria, Osun State Command at St. Charles Grammar School, Osogbo.

‎He said the directive was the decision of the State Executive Council taken in December last year, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to education and school safety.

‎Governor Adeleke noted that the Stay-in-School Initiative, which operates as a school policing and neighborhood watch programme in line with the Federal Government’s Safe School Initiative, underscores the state’s resolve to protect the future of its children by ensuring a safe and secure learning environment.

‎The governor stressed that beyond providing access to education, his administration is committed to guaranteeing the safety, retention and successful completion of schooling for every child.‎

‎Governor Adeleke expressed appreciation to the leadership and personnel of the Stay-in-School Initiative for their solidarity and support, describing security as a collective responsibility that requires the cooperation of parents, traditional rulers, faith-based organisations and the wider community.

‎He assured that his administration would continue to prioritise education through policies and investments aimed at protecting students from violence, crime and social vices, while providing a conducive environment for learning and character development.

‎In his remarks, the Commandant of Peace Corps of Nigeria, Osun State Command and Lead Consultant of the Stay-in-School Initiative, Commandant Ayinde Kayode, commended the Governor for his commitment to promoting education in the state, particularly his efforts at ensuring the safety of students in schools.

‎He pointed out that incidents of bullying and other social vices among students have been reduced to a minimal level as a result of the initiative.

‎Earlier, the Commissioner for Education Mr. Dipo Eluwole, had described the solidarity parade as a public affirmation of trust reposed in Governor Adeleke’s leadership, adding that 300 Peace Corps officers have been engaged under the Stay-in-School Initiative.

Edited by Titilayo Kupoliyi

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