Learners in public primary schools across Ogun State have been urged to remain committed to their academic pursuits, with education described as the most reliable pathway to personal and societal success.
The charge was given by the Chairman of the Ogun State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Evangelist Olalekan Ifede, during an Educational and Social Empowerment Programme organised by the Amuludun Grassroot Foundation in Olodo, Odeda Local Government Area of the state.
Speaking at the event, Evangelist Ifede emphasised that determination, consistency, and discipline in education remain critical tools for achieving success in life. He encouraged pupils to take their studies seriously and strive for academic excellence, noting that education opens doors to opportunities and sustainable development.
He also commended the convener of the programme, Ambassador Adewale Adeogun, for giving back to his roots, describing the gesture as a noble example of community service. The SUBEB chairman urged Nigerians, particularly those in positions of influence, to remain connected to their heritage and support grassroots development initiatives.
In his address, Ambassador Adeogun, who is also an Ex-Officio member of Ogun SUBEB, explained that he chose to mark his birthday by investing in education and social empowerment, describing education as the most powerful instrument for national growth and security.
According to him, a society is better secured when its children are properly educated. He disclosed that the foundation distributed educational materials, including school uniforms and writing materials, to pupils in Ogun, Lagos, and Oyo States, as part of efforts to promote learning and restore confidence among young learners.
Adeogun noted that the initiative was aimed at restoring dignity, hope, and self-belief in the younger generation, while urging youths not to underestimate the role of education, discipline, and selfless service in driving positive change.
Responding on behalf of the beneficiary schools, the Headteacher of Methodist Primary School, Fadage, Ibode-Olude, Abeokuta North Local Government Area, Mr Akeem Bamgbola, and his counterpart from UAMC Primary School, Baagbon, Olodo, Odeda Local Government Area, Mrs Adebisi Obadimu, expressed appreciation to the foundation and prayed for continued blessings on its leadership.
The highlight of the programme was the distribution of school uniforms and writing materials to pupils, reinforcing the foundation’s commitment to supporting basic education and grassroots development.