Education as tool for Socialization, Recognition and Advancement Of Society- Gov Makinde

By Tunde Bamigbade

The governor of Oyo state, Engineer Seyi Makinde said that education can be described as a tool for socialization, recognition and advancement of the society and individuals.

The governor made the statement in
a speech he gave on Thursday at the commissioning of a Model school in Oyo town,to mark is 100days in office.

He said it is very important to reiterate the fact that the major responsibility of the government is to ensure that quality and free basic education is provided for school-age children,as they are the leaders of tomorrow. It is also pertinent to remind everyone here present,that an idle hand is the devils workshop which implies that if these children’s welfare is not considered, they may eventually turnout to become threats to the peace and security of our society.

It is worthy to mention that the present administration is not oblivious of the fact that childhood is filled with natural wonders and curiosity and learning environment must reflect a classroom and outdoor space that inspire a sense of wanting to investigate and explore.
This was what necessitated the need to embark on a project like this which will enable our children explore both for their natural and social environment.

Since education is the responsibility of all government cannot the burden of education if we want a better community where we will all sleep with our eyes closed.I want to appeal to well meaning Nigerians to partner with government of the state in eradicating illiteracy and most especially in the area of infrastructural development in public schools.

May I also in like manner,remind this gathering that education is considered the most important ideological state apparatus to ensure the society largely conforms to its ideals and interest.So it is considered a fundamental human right.

The importance of education can also be displayed as an agent of change in this changing world as well as the symbolic relationship that exist between education and social change.

In conclusion,I want to assure you that our government will continue to influence and implement good policies that will bring total transformation to the state while with the support of all,we shall record unprecedented achievements thus leaving our footprints in the sand of time he said.

Those who were present at the occasion were the deputy governor of the state Engineer Rauf Aderemi Olaniyan, SUBEB chairman Dr Nureni Adeniran,commissioner for education Mr Dawud Sangodoyin,Head of service Alhaja Lolade Agboola, the chairman state advisory council Hon Hosea Agboola, party men and woman, and a host of others.