LASUBEB and British Council train 2000 primary school teachers in Lagos on English Proficiency skills.
LASUBEB and British Council train 2000 primary school teachers in Lagos on English Proficiency skills.
By: Fly Cable News
The Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), in collaboration with the British Council, trained 2000 teachers’ in English Proficiency in Lagos, Fly Cable News reports.
The event held at the Lagos SUBEB Multipurpose Hall initiated for improving the English language skills and classroom communication abilities primary school teachers in Lagos State.
In his opening remarks, Honourable Jamiu Alli-Balogun highlighted the Lagos State Government’s innovative educational initiatives, emphasizing the alignment with global best practices. He reiterated the state’s commitment to upgrading all Lagos State Colleges of Education to university standards, aiming to produce well-equipped teachers for the state’s educational system. “In Lagos State, we are setting the pace for others to follow,” he stated.
Dr. Hakeem Babatunde Shittu, Executive Chairman of LASUBEB, underscored the significance of the partnership with the British Council, stating, “This collaboration demonstrates our commitment to teacher development and excellence in education.”
Mr. Owolabi Jamiu Falana, Permanent Board Member in Charge of the Teacher Professional Development (TPD) Department at LASUBEB, emphasized the global importance of English proficiency.
“In our increasingly globalized world, English has become the language of opportunity, innovation, and progress. By strengthening our teachers’ English proficiency and communication skills, we are empowering them to provide our learners with a world-class education, preparing them for success in an ever-changing landscape,” he remarked.
He added that the “Strengthening Teacher English Proficiency (STEP)” program is a testament to their dedication to teacher development and learner excellence.
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