By: Manoah Kikekon
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| Rauf Ibrahim and Sawa, Methodist Primary School |
BADAGRY WEST, LAGOS – Hon. Rauf Ibrahim Kayode Yemaren (RIKAY) has launched a comprehensive renovation project at Methodist Primary School in Sawa. This initiative underscores a firm commitment to reversing the trend of infrastructural decay in local government schools.
The announcement was made public on Wednesday by Solomon ZOSU, Chief Press Secretary for Badagry West Local Council Development Area (LCDA).
The project is a two-phase intervention aimed at drastically improving both the security and the learning environment of the school. Before the renovation of the classrooms began, the council had already initiated the critical task of constructing a new perimeter fence around the school premises.
The first phase of the project, focusing on security and aesthetics, is now nearing its conclusion. The new perimeter fence has been fully erected and beautifully painted, effectively enhancing the school's appearance while ensuring the safety and security of both pupils and staff. This crucial step addresses long-standing concerns about the vulnerability of the school compound and creates a defined, protected space for learning.
With the fencing project almost complete, the renovation phase is now in full swing. The focus has shifted to the classroom blocks, where workers are actively replacing damaged roofing sheets and carrying out essential structural repairs. Following the repairs, all buildings will receive a fresh coat of paint. This holistic approach is designed to transform the school into a clean, safe, and inspiring place for children to learn and teachers to teach.
Hon. RIKAY emphasized that the facelift is specifically designed to restore Methodist Primary School, Sawa, to a modern standard. He stated that the project directly addresses the long-neglected infrastructural needs that have plagued pupils and teachers in the community for years. The Chairman reiterated his administration’s unwavering dedication to prioritizing education as a cornerstone of community development.