Education Minister conducts unannounced visit to Queens College, Yaba
The Minister of Education, Tunji Alausa, has paid an unannounced visit to Queens College, Yaba, Lagos State.
The visit is part of the Minister’s efforts to ensure that all federal schools and unity colleges operate with transparency and uphold consistent standards for all students.
This was made known in a statement the Minister shared on his X (formally Twitter) handle on Monday.
The caption reads, “This morning, I conducted an unannounced inspection at Queens College, Yaba, Lagos, to assess its current infrastructure, leadership, and the welfare of the students.
“Upon my arrival at 7:45 AM, I was pleased to see the majority of students lining up for assembly, with both the academic and non-academic staff, including the principal, already present and ready to begin the school day.
During my visit, I held separate discussions with students, teachers, and the principal to better understand their challenges and needs.
“It is clear that the school requires significant infrastructural improvements to adequately and safely accommodate its students and staff. Queens College, established almost 100 years ago, has long surpassed its original capacity.”
Alausa further stated that it is essential to uphold a consistent capacity at all Unity Schools and Federal Government Colleges, to guarantee that students have the necessary student-to-teacher ratio, resources, and facilities for housing and meals.
However, he disclosed that in the next several months, he’ll be conducting unannounced visits to other Unity Schools and Federal Colleges.
“In line with our commitment to promoting quality assurance in education, the Federal Ministry of Education will collaborate with Principal Obabori and the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) to redesign, refurbish, and build new facilities at Queens College, including a library, dining areas, hostels, and classrooms.
“Over the next several months, I will be conducting unannounced visits to other Unity Schools and Federal Colleges.
“President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s mission for the education sector is simple: to provide better education for all. This is the goal that the Ministry and I are dedicated to achieving.
“I extend my thanks to the principal, teachers, and students for their warm reception and look forward to working with the school’s leadership to ensure better pay and welfare packages for our teachers and improved educational outcomes for our students,” he added.
