Akinwunmi Ambode's La Roche Refurbishes Alma Mater

As part of its effort to boost the process of teaching and learning in Lagos School, La Roche leadership foundation, a non for profit organisation founded by Akinwunmi Ambode, Lagos State All Progressives Congress, APC, Governorship aspirant has refurbished St Jude’s primary School, Ebute Metta Lagos.

Marina Osoba, administrator, La Roche leadership foundation while speaking at

the presentation of the refurbished school said the foundation which was set up two years ago have mapped out strategies to ensure that it assist Lagos State government in the quest to provide free and compulsory education for students.

According to her, “I believe that if we make a statement with this school, we will be able to get the private sector to really come on board to support schools knowing that private organisations are the employer who will be the final beneficiary of graduates who come out from this school”

Mrs. Osoba disclosed that the need for well-equipped school became necessary after a needs assessment survey by the foundation revealed that the structure and facilities in the school were dilapidated. She also noted that while the schools did not have befitting facilities and sufficient furniture for pupils, she however added that the process of turning around the facilities in the school would be done in phases.

“Developing facilities in primary school in the state will improve the nation’s human resources, thus supporting the leaders of tomorrow. This project is a demonstration of how La Roche Foundation is dedicated to the enhancement of education in the lives of the children who are the future of tomorrow”, she said. 

Mrs. Osoba further said the project was a clear demonstration of the willingness of the foundation to support development and initiatives in education. She said the foundation is out to improve the learning environment of pupils and enhance their overall academic performance.

Augustina Nwaezeapu, head mistress of St Jude’s Primary School while speaking at the event described the facilities as very useful in providing a conducive learning environment for students to learn and inspire young minds. 

While praising the foundation for coming to the rescue of the school, Nwaezeapu promised to ensure good use of the facility. She said this gesture would go a long way in allowing pupils enough time space to learn and achieve their future dreams.

*Hmmm......well done!