By Peter Omopo
The Speaker of the , , has marked his 39th birthday with the inauguration of a newly constructed secondary school in Temidire Community, Ibarapa East Local Government Area of .
The project was commissioned on behalf of Governor by the Commissioner for Education, Olusegun Olayiwola, at a ceremony attended by government officials, traditional rulers, community leaders and residents.
Ogundoyin described the project as a historic milestone for Temidire and neighbouring communities, noting that more than a dozen villages previously lacked access to a secondary school. According to him, students were compelled to travel long distances to neighbouring towns to continue their education, a challenge that exposed them to safety risks, financial strain and increased dropout rates.
“Today’s event is not just about commissioning structures; it is about fulfilling a promise, restoring hope and securing the future of our children. Promise made, promise kept,” he said.
The newly inaugurated school consists of two blocks of three classrooms each, staff offices and a principal’s office. It also includes a separate facility equipped with modern sanitation amenities. The buildings have been fully furnished to create a conducive learning environment.
Following its handover to the state government, the school is expected to commence academic activities in September with the admission of its first set of students for the new academic session.
Describing the inauguration as a double celebration coinciding with his birthday, the Speaker said investment in education remains the most meaningful way to give back to society.
He reaffirmed his commitment to grassroots development, revealing that another secondary school project in Ojonamo, Lanlate, is nearing completion, while the Maya Town Hall project is at an advanced stage.
Ogundoyin also highlighted other constituency projects, including the construction of a primary health centre at Lagaye, a mosque at Oloro, completion of the Eruwa Youth Movement Secretariat, installation of a cold room for butchers, drilling of about 40 boreholes, facilitation of employment opportunities, bursary awards and empowerment programmes.
He commended the Temidire community for its support and urged residents to take ownership of the facility, stressing that education remains a critical tool for social transformation and sustainable development.
