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Ikeja Dynamic Lions Club, arm of Lions International District 404B2 Nigeria,  has donated school books, bags, story books and other stationery to pupils of Agidingbi Primary School in Ikeja, Lagos.

  Speaking during the presentation, Club President, Mr. Sanya-Olu Opeyemi,  said the gesture was extended to the school to mark 2023 World Literacy Day.

 World Literacy Day is celebrated annually to highlight importance of literacy to individuals, communities and societies.

 Opeyemi said over 5,000 story books, 200 school bags, over 2000 exercise books, 200 biros and 500 pencils with erasers were donated.

 He said uniforms were also sewn for some of the pupils who did not have them.

  “This is our way of giving back to the society to commemorate World Literacy Day, bearing in mind the theme for the year in Lions Club, “Service with Love”.

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 Second Vice District Governor of the club, Mrs Oluwakemi Abimbola, described the donation as a significant and signature project, urging the pupils to make good use of materials donated.

Former District Governor, Mr. Lekan Owolabi, commended the leadership for believing in the future of the pupils.

 Owolabi said this was an opportunity given to the children to realise their potential.

Headteacher, Mrs Deji Alao, said: “I believe God is behind us here, I thank Ikeja Dynamic Lions Club for the humanitarian job.

 “We have been enjoying this gesture, at least three times in a session, your charity work is appreciated.

 “I pray that your children will never be stranded in life.”

 Representing Mr Shittu Babatunde, chairman of Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (SUBEB), Mr Popoola Ayodeji, said: “This kindness will spur the children to also give back to society when they are older. We appreciate you.”

Children of Sabo-Koji, a riverine community in Lagos, have marked the International Literacy Day.

They included over 300 kids aged five to 13.

It was courtesy of Famfa Oil Limited, an oil exploration and production company, in partnership with Slum2school, a non-profit organisation.

Head of Operations at Famfa Oil, Femi Adejumo, represented by Yemi Atolagbe, stressed the need to sow the seeds of change through education.

He said: “As we celebrate International Literacy Day, let us all remember that the ability to read and write is not just a privilege; it is a fundamental right.

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“As a responsible corporate citizen, we are committed to upholding and promoting the right. It is a right that we are working tirelessly to extend to those who need it most.”

The children, most of who face challenges of lack of access to quality education, were treated to an unforgettable day filled with gifts and rewards.

From thrilling games to an electrifying Spelling Bee competition, recitals and debate, the event showcased the importance of literacy development.

Famfa Oil believes that literacy is not merely a skill but the master key that unlocks a world brimming with opportunities.

“The partnership between Famfa Oil and Slum2school represents the essence of what corporate entities can achieve when they champion noble causes.

“It emphasises the pivotal role corporations play in supporting education and literacy programmes, particularly for the marginalised,” Adejumo said.