Jare Olukotun
The National Mass Education Commission (NMEC), in collaboration with the Lagos State Agency for Mass Education under the supervision of the Ministry of Tertiary Education, has commenced a comprehensive needs assessment and mapping of learners across selected communities in Lagos State
According to the Director, Lagos State Agency for Mass Education, Mrs Kemi Kalesanwo, the exercise which started from Monday, 15th September, will run through to Saturday, 20th September 2025.
She stated that the exercise is meant to identify out -of – school youth in Alimosho, Badagry and Ikorodu Local Government Areas.
“The exercise, which will take place in Alimosho, Badagry, and Ikorodu Local Government Areas, is aimed at identifying and capturing out-of-school youths aged 15 years and above for inclusion in mass literacy and continuing education programmes.
“This initiative underscores the commitment of both agencies to tackle the challenge of illiteracy, promote lifelong learning, and ensure access to functional education for all, especially vulnerable groups.”
She urged community leaders and other stakeholders on the need to support the exercise by assisting the assessment team in ensuring that out – of – school youths are captured.
“Community leaders, parents, and stakeholders are encouraged to support and mobilize eligible youths for participation in this important exercise.”
