Commissioner lauds impact of Eko learners support programme
Lagos State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Alli-Balogun, has hailed the impact of Eko Learners Support Programme one year after its introduction. He said the programme had
Lagos State Commissioner for Basic and Secondary Education, Mr. Jamiu Alli-Balogun, has hailed the impact of Eko Learners Support Programme one year after its introduction.
He said the programme had recorded notable gains in students’ academic performance across public secondary schools in the state, reinforcing Lagos State’s position as a pacesetter in education reform.
Launched as a strategic intervention to support candidates preparing for West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) and National Examination Council (NECO) examinations, the programme has strengthened learning outcomes by delivering structured, curriculum-based lessons through television broadcast and digital platforms.
Alli-Balogun said the initiative was designed to close learning gaps, improve examination readiness and give every Lagos learner a fair and equal chance to succeed.
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“This programme was conceived as an investment in the future of our children and the development of Lagos State. One year on, we are encouraged by the improvements we are seeing in students’ engagement, confidence and performance across schools,” the commissioner said.
He said the Eko Learners’ Support Programme delivered hundreds of lessons across 10 subjects, including five core subjects - Mathematics, English Language, Physics, Chemistry and Biology, alongside five additional subjects, all carefully aligned with the Lagos State-approved Scheme of Work as well as WASSCE and NECO syllabuses.
“Our objective has always been to improve the performance of Lagos State candidates in external examinations. By deploying skilled teachers and leveraging technology, we are creating a supportive learning ecosystem that promotes academic excellence, creativity and critical thinking,” Alli-Balogun added.
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According to the commissioner, the programme also complements the state government’s free education policy under the administration of Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, which has eased the financial burden on parents, while expanding access to quality education.
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Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Basic and Secondary Education, Mrs. Abisola Dokunmu-Adegbite, described the initiative as a transformative step in public education delivery, particularly in extending quality instruction beyond the traditional classroom setting.
“The Eko Learners’ Support Programme has expanded access to quality instruction for students across Lagos State. The structured lessons, delivered by carefully selected teachers, have helped learners revise effectively and strengthen their understanding of core subjects,” the permanent secretary said.
She noted that feedback from schools indicated an improved revision culture among students and stronger preparedness for examinations, attributing the gains to the programme’s consistency, accessibility and strict alignment with examination requirements.
The lessons are broadcast on Lagos Television (LTV) via DSTV Channel 256 and are also accessible on digital platforms. Parents and guardians are encouraged to ensure that their children and wards sitting for WASSCE or NECO watch the full lessons on LTV/DSTV 256 or download the Eko Learners’ Support App on Android and iPhone devices, enabling students to learn at their own pace and revisit lessons as needed.
Archived lessons on digital platforms also allow learners to ask questions, engage with teachers and interact with peers - an approach that has proven effective in supporting independent learning and deeper understanding of subjects.
As the ministry marks one year of the programme’s implementation, the commissioner encouraged students to continue taking full advantage of the initiative, describing education as a lifelong journey built on opportunity, discipline and commitment.
With its growing impact on student performance and learning outcomes, the Eko Learners’ Support Programme stands as a clear testament to the Lagos State Government’s resolve to build a resilient, inclusive and high-performing education system.
