-Commissions 12-Unit Toilet Facility in Pry School
In a bid to improve hygiene and education in local communities, the Rotary Club of Lagos Prime, Ikeja, District 9112, has inaugurated newly renovated Pupils’ Toilet facility at Bola Memorial Primary School, Lagos.
The commissioning ceremony, held on 21 November 2024, underscores Rotary’s global commitment to disease prevention, water sanitation, hygiene, and basic education.
Speaking at the event, the Charter President, Rotarian (Pharm.) Gbenga Olubowale, highlighted the initiative’s dual focus on health and education. He emphasised the importance of addressing community needs to ensure a conducive learning environment for children.
“We are not only preventing diseases but also ensuring these children grow healthy and study in a conducive environment,” he said.
The revamped facilities include 12 rehabilitated toilets and water storage drums to guarantee uninterrupted access to clean water.
According to Olubowale, this project reflects Rotary’s guiding principle of “service above self” by stepping in where government resources may be insufficient. He urged the school and local authorities to ensure proper maintenance of the facilities to inspire similar interventions in the future.
Representing the Lagos State Government at the event, Mr Afolabi Awobuyide, head of section, Planning, Research and Statistics, Ikeja Local Government Education Authority, commended the Rotary Club for its impactful initiative.
He stressed the importance of collaborative efforts between the public and private sectors to achieve sustainable development. “The government cannot do it all alone. Clubs like Rotary are showcasing how partnerships can create a better world,” he remarked.
The Headmistress of Bola Memorial Primary School, Mrs Cecilia Sipeolu expressed profound gratitude to the Rotary Club, describing the renovation as transformative for the school’s environment. “We will never forget the great impact you have made,” she stated, adding that the improved facilities would significantly enhance the well-being of students and staff.
The event also highlighted Rotary’s broader goals of preventing diseases and promoting hygiene. The upgraded sanitation infrastructure aims to reduce infections among students, enabling them to focus on their education in a healthier setting.
As the ceremony concluded, Rotary representatives reaffirmed their commitment to sustaining the partnership with the school and exploring additional avenues for support. “Our profit lies in the satisfaction of seeing these children thrive,” one of the speakers noted.
This intervention by the Rotary Club of Ikeja exemplifies its dedication to creating lasting value in communities through targeted actions that address critical gaps in health and education.
