The Rotary Club of Omole Golden has introduced a solar-powered Information Communication Technology laboratory for Ajuwon Junior Secondary School, Lagos.
The club president, Victor Ogunleye, said the project has the goal of bridging the technological gap of students.
He said, “For years, the junior school never had an ICT laboratory. A couple of years back, we donated an ICT lab to the school, but unbeknownst to us, it was only accessible to the senior secondary students.
“This left the junior students without access to technology. We made a promise to address this, and today, we are here to fulfil that commitment,” he said.
He said the new ICT laboratory is well furnished with solar power to ensure its viability.
Ogunleye pleaded with the government to collaborate more with organisations like Rotary to facilitate such developmental projects.
“For several months, this project was delayed due to a lack of timely approval, which increased costs. What should have cost N5m in May ended up costing N8m by September due to inflation.
"The government should streamline approval processes to make it easier for organisations like ours to deliver impact,” he stated.
District Governor of District 9111 (2024-2025), Dr Oluwole Kukoyi, praised the initiative, stating, “I am so glad to be here today. Rotary affects communities all over the world, and this project is another testament to that. By providing this facility, we are not just giving these students a laboratory; we are giving them a future. Technology plays a vital role in today’s world, and I am delighted that Rotary is bringing it to this school.”
Correspondingly, the Principal of Ajuwon Secondary School, Mr Ajibola Tijani, expressed appreciation for the donation.
“The development of this fully-equipped computer laboratory is a significant milestone for our school. It will provide students with access to cutting-edge technology, equipping them with essential skills in computer literacy, programming, and digital citizenship. This gift is more than just a donation, it is an investment in the future of our students,” he said.