In a bold push to boost literacy and revamp public primary education, kakalistiq.com reports that the Lagos State Universal Basic Education Board (LASUBEB), in partnership with the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), has rolled out a wave of teacher training programs across Lagos State. The initiative kicked off with the launch of an intensive capacity-building programme in Lagos, highlighting a renewed focus on foundational learning and teaching excellence.
Speaking at the event, LASUBEB Chairman, Dr. Hakeem Babatunde Shittu, highlighted the Lagos State Government’s unwavering commitment to strengthening its basic education framework by investing in teacher development and pedagogical innovation. “Before this, we concluded a 10-day Effective School Programme for 64 teachers and the second phase of School-Based Training for 1,818 teachers. Both focused on innovative and learner-centred methodologies,” he said. “These initiatives underscore the strong collaboration between the Federal and State Governments in building a robust and responsive basic education system.”
One of the major highlights of the new intervention is a comprehensive Jolly Phonics training for 1,250 Early Grade Teachers. This phonics-based literacy program aims to arm educators with critical tools for sound recognition, letter formation, word construction, and blending: skills essential for helping young learners grasp the basics of reading and writing.
Addressing the teachers directly, Dr. Shittu reassured them of the state’s long-term investment in their growth. “The Lagos State Government is fully committed to continuous teacher development as a pathway to improved learning outcomes,” he affirmed, noting that this training is part of a larger strategy to align educational standards with global benchmarks.
Representing UBEC at the event, Mrs. Geraldine Ogunrinde emphasized the national scope of the mission. “The ongoing efforts are part of a nationwide strategy to promote literacy and educational transformation through sustained investment in teacher development and professional growth,” she stated.
Teachers in attendance described the training as a game-changer. Many expressed optimism that the skills they’re acquiring will not only elevate their classroom performance but also unlock the learning potential of their pupils. The consensus is that Jolly Phonics will make literacy more accessible, enjoyable, and effective for the youngest learners in public schools.
The Jolly Phonics training is more than a workshop: it’s part of a broader educational reset aimed at equipping Lagos’ teachers with modern tools to shape confident, literate, and lifelong learners. With this initiative, LASUBEB is making it clear: quality basic education starts with empowered educators.
