AKINSINDE ADEOLA OYINDAMOLA
The free school initiative championed by the Ooni of Ife, His Imperial Majesty, Arole Oduduwa, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II (CFR), through his non-governmental organisation, Hopesalive Initiative (HAI), is steadily gaining momentum as construction work on the project progresses significantly.
Situated in the Eyinogbe Communities, Adamo, in the Ikorodu area of Lagos State, the school project is gradually transforming into a magnificent educational complex designed to serve children from underprivileged backgrounds.
The initiative has continued to receive massive support from governors across Nigeria, as well as prominent philanthropists and individuals who believe in the vision of providing free and quality education to less privileged children.
Among the governors acknowledged for their contributions are Governor Ahmed Usman Ododo of Kogi State, Governor Bala Mohammed of Bauchi State, Governor Peter Mbah of Enugu State, and Governor Alex Otti of Abia State. Their support, according to the organisers, demonstrates a commitment to investing in the future of Nigerian children through education.
Also commended for their contributions are the Yeye Bobagunwa of Oodua, Chief Mrs. Olayinka Latinwo; Prince Mufutau Adetayo Adekoya, Chief Executive Officer of WOSAM Arena; Her Royal Highness Abosede Abosunde; alongside many other Nigerians who have continued to support the project.
Speaking on the development, the Deputy Convener of Hopesalive Initiative for Africa and Queen of the Ooni of Ife, Her Regal Majesty Olori Temitope Enitan-Ogunwusi, expressed delight over the growing support the initiative has attracted from eminent Nigerians who share in the Ooni’s vision of delivering lasting educational opportunities to children in the seven communities that make up Eyinogbe in Ikorodu.
She explained that upon completion, the school will provide completely free education for pupils from less privileged homes. The facility will cater for primary school pupils from Classes One to Six and will feature modern facilities including an ICT centre, library, sick bay, event centre, and other learning amenities.
The HAI Free School Project is still appealing for more support from corporate organisations, public and private sector stakeholders, and well-meaning Nigerians to help bring the vision to full reality.
