By: Manoah Kikekon
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| Prof. Adeleke Dauda, Director LASUSBAS and Hon. Babatunde Hunpe, Chairman Badagry LGA |
BADAGRY, Lagos – Hon. Babatunde Hunpe the Executive Chairman of Badagry Local Government, has declared his administration's full readiness to support the Lagos State University School of Basic and Advanced Studies (LASUSBAS). In a significant move affirming the vital link between education and community development,
The chairman made this pledge during a courtesy visit by the institution's management team to his office on Thursday, September 18th.
The visit, led by the Director of LASUSBAS, Prof. Adeleke Dauda, was aimed at familiarizing the school's management with the recently elected local government leadership.
Prof. Dauda extended the congratulatory message of Prof. Ibiyemi Olatunji Balo mni the Vice Chancellor of LASU to Hon. Hunpe on his electoral victory and emphasized the school's desire to continue the "good and robust relationship" enjoyed with the previous administration. "We are here to familiarise ourselves with the new government so that the government can come to our aid whenever we need it," stated Prof. Dauda, highlighting the importance of collaboration for mutual progress.
Prof. Dauda further used the opportunity to commend the peaceful and accommodating nature of the Badagry community, describing it as one of the most peaceful local governments he knows.
"The people are very accommodating and friendly; anyone saying otherwise wouldn't be from the educated class," he added, reinforcing the positive environment conducive to academic excellence. This sentiment set the stage for the chairman's deeply personal and impactful response.
In his remarks, Hon. Hunpe revealed a profound personal connection to LASUSBAS, tracing the very roots of his illustrious career back to the institution.
He provided a compelling narrative of his journey, stating, "I started from scratch in the campus up to management level, had all my higher education in LASU, got Lagos State appointment from there, before being elected as Member of House of Representatives and now the local government chairman." This history, he explained, makes his commitment to giving back to the institution that laid his foundation not just a duty, but a personal mission.
Chairman Hunpe gave firm assurances of his support. He outlined a partnership of shared responsibility, urging the school to play its part by prioritizing admissions for qualified students from the Badagry.
"Badagry Local Government will do its part and the school should also do its part," Hunpe stated. This partnership promises to foster greater educational opportunities and community development, strengthening the legacy of LASUSBAS as a cradle for future leaders in Lagos State and beyond.