The Kwara State government has launched the Commissioner-to-Classroom (C2C) initiative—an innovative support programme aimed at creating a safer and more supportive learning environment in public and private schools across the state. Simultaneously, the government approved the digitalisation of the registration process for the Common Entrance Examination (CEE), marking another stride in its commitment to modernise education delivery.
This was disclosed by the Commissioner for Education and Human Capital Development, Dr. Lawal Olohungbebe, during the first quarter Inter-Ministerial Press Briefing, held on Wednesday at the Ministry of Finance conference room in Ilorin.
According to Dr. Olohungbebe, the C2C helpline initiative underscores the state’s focus on student welfare, bridging the communication gap between learners and policymakers, and swiftly addressing issues affecting the school environment.
He also highlighted the impact of KwaraLearn—the state’s flagship digital learning programme—describing it as a game-changer that has revolutionised public education by transitioning it from analog to digital. “KwaraLearn has significantly improved classroom engagement and doubled enrolment in public schools. Our students can now compete with their peers across the globe,” he declared.
In line with digital transformation efforts, Dr. Olohungbebe revealed that over 1,800 teachers across the state’s 16 Local Government Areas were recently trained in digital literacy through a collaborative effort between the Ministry and KwaraLearn. He added that the state has implemented the National Education Quality Assurance Policy (NEQAP) with zonal monitoring officers deployed to ensure strict compliance with quality standards.
The Commissioner announced the ongoing renovation and construction of 35 schools across all senatorial districts, along with the provision of laboratory equipment. He assured the public that only competent contractors were engaged, and that all projects were closely supervised to ensure quality delivery. He also acknowledged the support received from Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs) in various education-related programmes and training sessions.
On the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE), Dr. Olohungbebe noted that 898 Junior and Senior Secondary Schools have been targeted for renovations, WASH facility upgrades, and the establishment of Grievance Redress Committees to enhance project accountability. He further disclosed that 70 Master Trainers were trained to deliver digital literacy sessions, cascading the knowledge to 140 additional trainers across the state.
A life skills manual has been validated to guide safe space education for adolescent girls, and Education Management Information System (EMIS) officials have been equipped with data management training. AGILE has also facilitated Conditional Cash Transfers through Financial Service Providers (FSPs) and organised Second Chance education programmes for out-of-school girls and young women.
In tackling Gender-Based Violence (GBV), the programme has mapped out support providers for referral services to survivors of Sexual Exploitation, Abuse and Harassment (SEAH), while also engaging School-Based Management Committees (SBMCs), Community Service Organisations (CSOs), and Faith-Based Organisations (FBOs) on the benefits of the initiative.
Dr. Olohungbebe concluded by spotlighting the efforts of the Agency for Mass Education, which has launched adult literacy and vocational training programmes, including the Literacy by Radio broadcast on Midland FM 99.1—an initiative designed to eradicate illiteracy across the state.
With these initiatives, the AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq-led administration is clearly setting a new pace in educational reform—one rooted in digital innovation, accountability, and inclusive growth.
