EDUCATION REVAMP: Hon. Idowu Oluloro Donates "Free Public School Bus" To Anthony Model Primary School

EDUCATION REVAMP: Hon. Idowu Oluloro Donates "Free Public School Bus" To Anthony Model Primary School

By Taiwo Fadipe

First in the history of grassroot educational development agenda, Councillor representing Ward-D, Anthony of Kosofe Local Government Area, *Hon. Idowu Oluloro* has taken unprecedented move as he donated *"Free Public School Bus"* to *Anthony Model Nursery/Primary School Students* in Anthony Village yesterday, 6th November, 2020.

At the Anthony Model School which is said to be at the heart of the Community, Hon. Idowu Oluloro has single-handedly remembered the pupils in a grand style.

While talking to the press at the presentation of the bus, Hon. Idowu Oluloro emphasized what prompted his agenda in giving back to the Community School. According to him, it was born out of sheer will and the donation was the first phase of his developmental goals:

"The big story behind everything is passion. The passion to serve humanity. Even before I became the Councillor, I have been nursing the ambition to help humanity. So fortunately when I became the Councillor, this is one of the things I promised to embark on as a project when elected. Though I have other projects too but this is the first phase.  So I have passion for children, maybe it is because I went to Public School anyway. I visited some Schools and I see so much stress in the children circle".

More than incentives among the pupils, Hon. Idowu further believes this provision will encourage them to focus more on their studies at all levels:

"Some years back, Lagos State Government banned Okada riders though within the Community they allow it. So when I see pupils up-to 5 and 6 on a Bike, I reason that this is risky and something should be done about it to avoid calamity. So I decided to take it upon myself to provide a School Bus that will be available to convey them from their various locations down to the School. So it is just a passion I have for them and I believe this will increase their morale to study more."

Representative of the Executive Chairman, Hon. Ganiyu Oyebanjo described the unusual call from Hon. Afolabi Sofola as a great call to his alma mater:

"In regards of the Public School Bus being donated by our Councillor, Hon. Idowu Oluloro which he has decided to ease the challenge being faced by our pupils going to School everyday. We really commend your effort Hon. Idowu Oluloro, more grace to your elbow. For the reason I have to be here today, this is my former School, my alma mater likewise the sitting Baale. Our Chairman, Hon. Afolabi Sofola called me today and ordered me to represent him here today. We shall continue to celebrate more in his infinite mercy, this is indeed an expensive support in this difficult economy."

Former Sole Administrator, Kosofe Local Government - Hon.(Mrs) Jumoke Animahun while addressing the gathering requested for a minute silence for Late Senator Bayo Osinowo who had laid a good foundation in this school. She commended the great move by the Councillor, according to her, it is a great support:

"This is a day we will continue to recognize, for someone to make up his mind to do such a thing, it is a very good thing. So I will advice anyone being in position of authority and having the ability to do things, never to relent" 

Giving advice to other Councillors and leaders, Hon. Jumoke said activities of today will forever remain viable for the society to commend. Therefore, urging them to use every position of authority to add value to their respective society:

"Like I said, there is no condition that is permanent. When you are opportuned to attain a particular position, no matter how small it is, try and do something and lay down legacies. No matter how small it is, it will later speak for you"

One of the agencies as go-between between the government and education, the person of S.A. Akande, HOS Social Mobilization, Education appreciated the effort by Hon. Idowu Oluloro. Therefore, extended prayers and regrads from the entire members:

"Hon. Idowu Oluloro has our collective prayers and  we will continue to pray for fulfillment. In addition and contribution as sent from the apex, this programme is commendable in giving support to our pupils in the Community. This vehicle as provided by our able Councillor remains a tangible material and will be useful to all. So we must ensure it is well utilized and maintained. May the good Lord continue to empower us."

"Anthony Village is known to be a good Community in all ramifications, once again we congratulate all. Our advice to all the pupils and teachers is that, they must know the value of the shuttle in order of maintenance. In that, children need to be coordinated to avoid possible damage on the vehicle. 

Also speaking, Alhaji Kehinde Bello, Kosofe APC LGA Chairman commended the Councillor for remembering pupils.

Alhaji Bello urged other councillors to emulate Oluloro.

The headteacher of the school, Mrs Taiwo Taibat also described the donation of the school bus as unique, thanked Hon. Idowu Oluloro for the kind gesture.

"You have done a good thing for us and we will never forget," She said.

According to her, the gesture will also encourage the pupils to go to school.

Other dignitaries who graced the event included; Hon. Sunday Omofojoye, Hon. Olawale Ibraheem Bakare, Hon. Kehinde Saliu, former Kosofe LGA Party Chairman Alhaji Ibrahim Seidu, New Baale-elect of Anthony Chief Ayoola Yusuf Oseni-Adams, Hon. Ibrahim, former Councillor Ward D, Ward D Executive members, Anthony Model Nursery/Primary School Teachers, Team Kosofe, among many others.