Wife of Ejigbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Mrs. Aishat Taiwo, has called on pupils to face their future with courage.
Speaking during Spelling Bee Competition, Mrs Taiwo, expressed satisfaction at the turnout and reaffirmed the council’s commitment to education.
She described the Spelling Bee as a celebration of learning and a reflection of the bright future envisioned for children in the community.
She praised teachers, parents, and guardians for their sacrifices in shaping young minds, calling them the true builders of society.
She urged participants to compete with courage and confidence, reminding them that their efforts today are seeds for tomorrow’s success.
Mrs. Taiwo also highlighted the history of the Lagos State Spelling Bee, initiated in 2001 by Senator Oluremi Tinubu through the New Era Foundation, which birthed the famous ‘One-Day Governor’ tradition. She noted that beyond word mastery, the competition builds confidence, sharpens vocabulary, and instills resilience qualities that prepare children for academic success and life’s challenges.
Chairman of Ejigbo LCDA, Aare Taoheed Taiwo, praised the participants and encouraged them to keep striving for excellence.
He reaffirmed his belief in the capacity of the pupils to make Ejigbo proud and assured that his administration will continue to create an enabling environment for learning, growth, and development.
The event, held at the council secretariat, featured thrilling rounds that tested vocabulary, accuracy, and mental alertness, creating a lively atmosphere of competition and learning.
At the end of the competitive event, Obuseh Destiny from Akinsanya Ajaloleru Nursery and Primary School, emerged winner in the primary school category. Okeke Goodness from Ejigbo Nursery and Primary School and Adurojaiye Daniel from Oladele Alake Nursery and Primary School were runners-up.
Aqua Kiana from Oke-Afa Comprehensive College won the Secondary School Category. Abdulwahab Misturah, also from Oke-Afa Comprehensive College and Akanbi Selimot from Ejigbo Senior High School, emerged runners-up.
The event was attended by the Vice Chairman, Abimbola Nicholas Ike; All Progressives Congress (APC) Party Chairman in Ejigbo, Alhaji Fatai Kasummu; legislators led by the Leader of the House, Gabriel Sobande; the management team led by the Council Manager, Olusegun Ajagunna; facilitators, and staff members of the council.