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Queens College inspection: Minister pledges commitment to improve unity schools

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The Minister of Education, Dr Olatunji Alausa, has reaffirmed his dedication to improving Unity Schools across Nigeria during an unannounced inspection of Queens College, Yaba, Lagos.

The visit, Alausa said was aimed to evaluate the school’s infrastructure, leadership, and student welfare.

In a statement made available to newsmen in Abuja on Monday by the Director of Press and Public Relations, Mrs Folashade Boriowo, said the Minister engaged directly with students, teachers, and Principal Oyindamola Obabori.

Highlighting the pressing challenges facing the institution, which has outgrown its nearly century-old infrastructure, Alausa emphasised that this commitment aligned with President Bola Tinubu’s vision of delivering improved education for all Nigerians.

He assured that Queens College, alongside other Unity Schools, would receive the necessary support to foster excellence in learning environments.

He stressed the urgent need for significant upgrades to accommodate its growing student population effectively.

He added that the Ministry would work closely with Queens College and the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) to design, renovate, and construct new facilities, including a library, dinning areas, hostels, and classrooms.

The Minister expressed his gratitude to the school’s leadership, staff, and students for their warm reception and pledged to advocate for better welfare packages for teachers and enhanced learning outcomes for students.

Alausa will extend his assessment to other Unity Schools and Federal Government Colleges through similar unannounced visits in the coming months.

This proactive approach underscores the Federal Ministry of Education’s resolve to ensure that every Unity School benefits from robust infrastructure, effective leadership, and a focus on student welfare.

The Principal of Queens College, Dr. Mrs Oyindamola Obabori, appreciated the Minister’s visit, stating, “This morning, we were honoured to welcome the Honourable Minister of Education to Queen’s College on an unexpected visit.

“His arrival coincided with our morning assembly, which he joined and participated in, delighting both staff and students.”

She said the initiative was part of a broader effort to establish standard capacities across all Unity Schools and Federal Government Colleges, ensuring optimal student-to-teacher ratios, adequate resources, and conducive boarding and feeding arrangements.

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