The Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, Senator Lere Oyewumi, PhD, today performed the groundbreaking for the construction of two blocks of 12 classrooms with staff rooms, principal office and a motorized borehole at St. Augustine's Grammar School, Ikire, Irewole Local Government Area of Osun State. Senator Oyewumi noted that the projects will cater to students and teachers with conducive classrooms and staff rooms. Because of the high premium he places on education, his tenure will continue to give priority to the education sector.
According to Senator Oyewumi, education is the bedrock of any development. The school projects across various communities are a demonstration of his commitment to the development of education in the Osun West Senatorial District. While laying the foundation for the construction at St. Augustine's Grammar School, Senator Oyewumi stated that the groundbreaking signals the commencement of the construction of the two blocks of 12 classrooms with a motorized borehole.
Chief Banji Ojeleye Baraniwe of Ikire Land represented Oba Olatunde Falabi, the Akire of Ikire. In his remarks, he appreciated Senator Oyewumi's efforts in considering the town and school worthy of the project and other significant projects he is bringing to Ikire and the Osun West Senatorial District. The principal of the school, Mr. Dairo equally appreciate the kind gesture and the impactful representation exhibited by the lawmaker. He stressed that the project will change the people’s ideology and enable them to acquire quality education and contribute meaningfully to the country’s development.
Speaking on behalf of St. Augustine Commercial Grammar School Ikire Old Students Association (SACGSOSA), the National President, Prophet Oluwarinu Emmanuel Akintade, described the flag-off as historic. He commended Senator Oyewumi for being promising leader and noted that SACGSOSA and the community would forever be grateful for the education project. He stressed that the rates at which Senator Lere Oyewumi takes his dedication towards the development of his senatorial district is immeasurable.
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Office of the Deputy Minority Leader