The Lagos State Government has launched a comprehensive Needs Assessment Project for all public primary schools across the state — a bold, evidence-based initiative championed by the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB) to reform the basic education sector.
Speaking at a stakeholders’ engagement, LASUBEB Board Member, Owolabi Jamiu Falana, described the project as a significant milestone in strengthening the foundation of basic education in Lagos.
Falana disclosed that the exercise will cover 1,238 public primary schools, vocational centres, inclusive units, and Local Government Education Authorities across the state.
Delivering the keynote address on behalf of the Deputy Chief of Staff, the Executive Assistant to the Governor on Project Implementation and Monitoring, Mr. Olusegun Sanwo-Olu, reaffirmed the government’s commitment to human capital development.
He noted that the project reflects the state’s determination to implement evidence-based interventions that raise standards, ensure equity, and align education reforms with the THEMES+ Agenda and the Lagos State Development Plan 2052.
In his remarks, LASUBEB Chairman, Dr. Hakeem Shittu, described the initiative as the maiden edition of a continuous exercise aimed at transforming Lagos public schools and sustaining long-term improvements in the education system.
Highlighting the project’s benefits, Dr. Shittu said it would lead to safer classrooms, improved facilities, empowered teachers, and better learning outcomes for pupils.
“The future of Lagos depends on how much we invest in our children today. This initiative gives us the clarity and direction to act decisively,” he noted.
