Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr. Obafemi Hamzat, has emphasized the need for every child to be computer literate in order to compete effectively in today’s global environment.
Hamzat made the remark on Friday while inaugurating a state-of-the-art Information and Communication Technology (ICT) Centre at his alma mater, Odu Abore Memorial Primary School, Mushin.
The facility, which houses 40 computers and other modern devices, was donated by the deputy governor to mark his 61st birthday. He said the project fulfilled a promise he made during the school’s 80th anniversary celebration and reflected his personal journey, crediting ICT as instrumental to his success.
“The motive is to show children the need for ICT knowledge, which is where the world is. Every child today must be computer literate,” Hamzat said, adding that the donation was part of his commitment to give back to the community.
He stressed that government alone cannot shoulder the responsibility of equipping schools, urging affluent Nigerians to support education initiatives.
Also speaking at the event, Senator Ganiyu Solomon advised pupils to use the centre wisely and preserve the facility, while Hon. Moses Fayinka, representing Mushin Federal Constituency II, described the project as a strategic investment in the future of young people.
Mrs. Olufemi Akinlude, Education Secretary of Mushin Local Government Education Authority, hailed the initiative as a “gateway to opportunities, a hub for creativity, and a launchpad for innovation,” stressing that ICT competence is essential for children in the 21st century.
She noted that the centre would benefit both pupils and teachers, equipping them with practical digital skills for education and career development.