Lagos State and Teach For All Forge Partnership to Transform Education

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu (second right); Chief Executive Officer, Teach For All, Wendy Kopp (second left); Chief Executive Officer, Teach For Nigeria, Mrs. Folawe Omikunle (right) and Board member, Teach For Nigeria, Mrs. Alero Ayida-Otobo (left) during a courtesy call on the Governor at Lagos House

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has reiterated the importance of education in shaping the future of society, emphasising the need for innovative teaching and learning approaches.

The governor made this known today during a courtesy visit by members of the Board of Trustees and the Chief Executive Officer of Teach For All Global Network, Wendy Kopp, at Lagos House, Ikeja.

“Education is the foundation upon which the future of any society is built. Our discussions today focused on the critical role education plays and how innovative teaching approaches can address challenges in access and quality.” 

Teach For All is a global network that supports locally rooted organisations in expanding educational opportunities and improving access and quality in the education sector.

Sanwo-Olu underscored the importance of educational partnerships, adding that collaborative efforts are vital to achieving long-term educational goals.

“Our government remains committed to working with global leaders in education to ensure every child in Lagos has access to quality learning opportunities,” he remarked.

Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, flanked by Chief Executive Officer, Teach For Nigeria, Mrs. Folawe Omikunle (right) and Chief Executive Officer, Teach For All, Wendy Kopp with other members of Group during a courtesy call on the Governor at Lagos House, Alausa, Ikeja, at the weekend. With them are Commissioner for Education, Mrs. Folashade Adefisayo (second right) and Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education, Mrs. Abosede Adelaja (right).

Sanwo-Olu expressed optimism about the partnership, describing it as: “a step in the right direction to reposition Lagos State as a beacon of educational excellence in Nigeria and beyond.

“Our vision for Lagos is one where no child is left behind. This partnership with Teach For All aligns with that vision, ensuring that we can deliver not just education but transformative learning experiences for our children.”

The CEO of the network, Wendy Kopp, highlighted the potential impact of such collaborations, saying: “Lagos is uniquely positioned to lead innovative educational reforms in Africa. We are excited about the opportunities to work together to create a model for others to follow.”

Wendy Kopp and her team lauded the governor’s leadership and assured their commitment to supporting Lagos State’s educational reforms.

R-L: Board member, Teach For Nigeria (TFN), Mrs. Alero Ayida-Otobo; Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu; TFN Ambassador, Joke Silva; Founder, Greensprings School, Mrs. Lai Kioki;Chief Executive Officer of TFN, Mrs. Folawe Omikunle and Chief Executive Officer, Teach For All, Wendy Kopp, during a courtesy call on the Governor at Lagos House, Alausa