LASUED SIWES Directorate Holds Orientation for 100-300 Level Students, Urges Professional Conduct During Industrial Training

The Directorate of Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme (SIWES), Lagos State University of Education (LASUED), has organised an orientation programme for 100 to 300 level students to prepare them for their industrial training exercise.  

The programme was held on Monday, 13th July 2026, at the Babs Fafunwa Hall, Oto/Ijanikin Campus.  

Declaring the programme open on behalf of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Bidemi Bilkis Lafiaji-Okunneye, the Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Academic, Professor M. A. Daodu, commended the Vice-Chancellor for initiating the orientation. He urged students to register their SIWES course promptly to avoid issues such as late registration or portal closure.  

Professor Daodu further advised students to conduct themselves responsibly throughout their industrial attachment, noting that they are ambassadors of the University. He reminded them that SIWES supervisors could visit their places of attachment at any time and warned that any act of misconduct would attract appropriate disciplinary measures.  

Representing the Registrar, Mrs. Sobulo Oluwabukola, encouraged the students to maintain exemplary conduct and uphold the good image of LASUED wherever they are posted.  

The Dean of Student Affairs, Dr. Dawodu Rasheed, appreciated the Vice-Chancellor for supporting the programme and charged students to be disciplined, responsible, and worthy ambassadors during their industrial training.  

The Dean of the College of Management Sciences Education (COMSED), Professor Ajani Safurat Toyin, also emphasised the importance of good behaviour. She advised students to promptly report any challenges encountered during their placement to the University for appropriate intervention.  

In his remarks, the Acting Director of SIWES, Dr. Oyeyemi Kayode, gave a brief history of the Students’ Industrial Work Experience Scheme, highlighting its objectives and significance in bridging the gap between classroom learning and practical workplace experience. He encouraged participants to pay close attention, stressing that the knowledge gained would broaden their understanding and give them a competitive advantage in the labour market.  

The Industrial Training Fund (ITF) Area Manager, Badagry Area Office, Mrs. Stella Bayere, delivered a presentation on the concept, objectives, and relevance of SIWES. She explained the role of ITF in ensuring the successful implementation of the scheme and urged students to maximise the opportunity.  

Also speaking, Mrs. Travia Veronica enlightened students on procedures for accessing ITF payments. She explained the required processes, common challenges during registration and payment, and practical steps for resolving such issues.  

The orientation concluded with an interactive session where students asked questions and received detailed responses from resource persons, equipping them with the necessary knowledge for a successful SIWES experience.