Lagos State Governmenment Addresses New Safety Regulations, Curriculum in Schools
Lagos state government has addressed the new safety regulations and curriculum for basic and secondary school.
Zita Ezechi 
The Lagos State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Tolani Alli-Balogun, has addressed new safety regulations and curriculum introduced by the federal government, in order to ensure the safety of young children and enhance educational standards, held at the De Blue Roof of Lagos Television Ikeja.
The meeting was attended by approximately 3000 school owners, proprietors, and key stakeholders in the education sector, addressing crucial issues impacting the educational landscape.
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At the forefront of discussions was the directive from the Federal Ministry of Education regarding the operation of crèches. The Honourable Commissioner highlighted the new regulation which mandates that crèches be exclusively located on the ground floors of school buildings. This directive, he emphasized, aims to mitigate accidents, ensure the safety of young children during school hours, and facilitate swift evacuation in emergencies.
Moreover, the Commissioner emphasized the necessity for strict adherence to federal and state laws governing school curriculum and crèche operations. He stressed the obligation for all schools to implement the new curriculum introduced by the federal government in December 2023. This curriculum, he affirmed, is binding on all educational institutions across the nation.
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Detailing the features of the new curriculum, the Commissioner highlighted its innovative nature and emphasis on skill acquisition from the primary school level. Noteworthy components include the integration of Artificial Intelligence, Coding, Financial Literacy, and ICT Digitization into the educational framework. By embracing these elements, schools aim to equip students with relevant competencies vital for success in the modern world.
