Seeing School Children Without Shoes Is Heartbreaking- Mrs Ambode

The wife of the Lagos State Governor, Mrs. Bolanle Ambode says seeing school children without shoes is heartbreaking.


The Governor’s wife made this known on Monday while speaking in Lagos at the launch of ‘Project Bright Steps’, her initiative established to address such problems and focus on children’s social welfare, education and healthcare.

Her words: “Wearing shoes is not a luxury, but a necessity. It is heartbreaking to see some of our children going to school without shoes.

“Walking without shoes has caused many children to fall ill or lose their feet to infections and other life-threatening diseases.

“This initiative will begin to equip primary one to three pupils in all public primary schools across the state with made in Nigeria shoes, socks, bags and other education materials.

“This is also to encourage local production of school materials as over 175,000 pupils will benefit from the project this year.

“These children represent the future of our country and we will continue to do our best to motivate them for excellence,’’ she said.

Governor Akinwunmi Ambode who was represented by his deputy, Dr Idiat Adebule, lauded the initiative, saying the education and moulding of children required a collective effort.

“These materials will give succour to these children and help them unleash their full potentials in life. Our administration will continue to ensure that every child enjoys quality education that will transform their lives for a better and brighter tomorrow,” the governor added.