UBEC Rehabilitates Lagos School to Support Girls' Education

The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has completed the rehabilitation of the Alternative High School for Girls in Agboju, Lagos State, aiming to ensure that no child is denied quality education due to challenging circumstances. UBEC Executive Secretary Dr. Aisha Garba stressed that every Nigerian child deserves the chance to learn, develop their abilities, and realize their potential.

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no child should be denied access to quality education because of difficult circumstances, stressing that every Nigerian child deserves an opportunity to learn, develop their abilities and fulfil their potential.

This initiative addresses persistent challenges in Nigeria's basic and secondary education system, including school dropout rates influenced by poverty, displacement, and other socio-economic factors. Alternative learning pathways are particularly crucial for girls and young women who leave school due to pregnancy, early marriage, or family obligations, as returning to conventional schools can be difficult.

Dr. Garba described the rehabilitated school as more than just an infrastructure project; it represents an opportunity for girls and young women to resume their education. "A girl whose circumstances prevented her from completing her education should be given another opportunity. Every child deserves an alternative pathway to acquire the education they deserve to succeed in life," she stated. Garba emphasized that girls who drop out should not be considered lost causes, and young mothers seeking to return to education should not feel their chance has passed.

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A girl whose circumstances prevented her from completing her education should be given another opportunity. Every child deserves an alternative pathway to acquire the education they deserve to succeed in life.

The Alternative High School for Girls was established to provide these young women with the means to return to learning, acquire valuable skills, and pursue productive lives. "Let this not simply be a place where girls attend classes. Let it be a place where hope is restored, confidence is built, and the future is renewed," Garba urged. She added that children affected by conflict or displacement possess dreams, talents, and potential that deserve every opportunity to flourish. The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Education Sector Renewal Initiative, is actively pursuing reforms to enhance education quality, expand access, and ensure no child is left behind.

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Let this not simply be a place where girls attend classes. Let it be a place where hope is restored, confidence is built, and the future is renewed.